Tinubu Extends Customs Chief Adeniyi's Tenure Again, Now Until February 2027

President Bola Tinubu has extended the tenure of the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, for a final six months, pushing his retirement date to February 2027. This marks another extension for Adeniyi, whose initial tenure was set to expire on August 1, 2026.

According to presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the extended period is intended to enable Adeniyi to finalize the implementation of the National Single Window initiative and facilitate a smooth handover within the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). During this transition, Adeniyi is expected to work with the NCS Board to oversee the promotion of eligible officers and the compulsory retirement of those who have reached the age of 60 or completed 35 years of service.

Adeniyi's career in the Customs Service began in the late 1980s after graduating from Obafemi Awolowo University. He has steadily progressed through the ranks, holding positions such as Deputy Comptroller in 2012, Comptroller in 2017, and Assistant Comptroller General in 2020. He served as Acting Deputy Comptroller-General in January 2023 before his appointment as Comptroller General by President Tinubu in June 2023.

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the six-month extension, which would expire in February 2027, is to enable him to consolidate the implementation of the National Single Window and ensure an orderly succession in the service.