ACG Charles Osikhena Orbih Assumes Leadership of Nigeria Customs Service Zone ‘A’ Headquarters
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Zone ‘A’ Headquarters in Ikeja, Lagos, officially welcomed its new Zonal Coordinator, Assistant Comptroller General of Customs (ACG) Charles Osikhena Orbih, on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. ACG Orbih takes over the leadership of the zone with a pledge to enhance its operations through innovation, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement.
In his inaugural address, ACG Orbih expressed his commitment to strengthening the zonal structure in alignment with the policy direction of the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, dsm, fnipr, psc(+). Highlighting the service's core values of Consolidation, Collaboration, and Innovation, Orbih emphasized the importance of teamwork and strategic partnerships in achieving operational excellence.
“I am committed to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, leveraging teamwork, and engaging relevant stakeholders to deliver on the mandates of Zone ‘A’. Together, we can ensure efficiency and effectiveness in all our operations,” ACG Orbih stated.
ACG Charles Orbih brings to the role decades of experience and expertise, having served the Nigeria Customs Service in various capacities. A seasoned professional and member of multiple professional bodies, he has undergone advanced leadership and management training both locally and internationally. These qualifications have positioned him as a visionary leader with the capability to drive progress in Nigeria's most strategic customs zone.
Before his appointment as Zonal Coordinator of Zone ‘A,’ ACG Orbih served as Customs Area Controller for the Imo/Abia Command, Customs Area Controller of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport Command, and Zonal Coordinator of Zone ‘C’. His wealth of experience in customs administration and leadership is expected to bring significant value to Zone ‘A’, which is regarded as a critical hub for trade facilitation and revenue generation.
The Nigeria Customs Service Zone ‘A’ Headquarters is pivotal to customs operations in the country, overseeing activities in Lagos and other Southwestern states. Under the new leadership, stakeholders anticipate enhanced operational efficiency and a renewed focus on collaboration to tackle challenges and achieve the service's goals.
The Zonal Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Customs Akanineyene Edeminam, reaffirmed the zone’s commitment to supporting ACG Orbih in implementing initiatives that align with the service's overall vision.
ACG Orbih’s tenure is expected to herald a new era of improved service delivery, innovation, and strengthened partnerships across Zone ‘A’.
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