To enhance trade facilitation, boost international collaboration, and strengthen intelligence-driven enforcement, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has passionately advocated for smart border innovations.
This push took center stage during the 2025 Africa Border Security Week in Cape Town, held from May 6-7, where experts and policymakers gathered to shape the future of border security.
Representing the NCS, Assistant Comptroller Sanusi Saulawa emphasized the agency’s commitment to cutting-edge technology and data-driven strategies.
Speaking at the forum, themed *“Strengthening Africa’s Borders with Smart Technology,”* he highlighted how smarter systems improve surveillance, streamline passenger processing, and combat illicit cross-border activities.
“As the world grows more interconnected,” Saulawa stated, “Nigeria Customs remains dedicated to modernization, global partnerships, and intelligence-led enforcement.”
During the event, Saulawa joined a high-level panel featuring experts from customs, immigration, marine, aviation, and security agencies across Africa.
Together, they explored innovative solutions to shared challenges, discussing how technology can revolutionize border security while maintaining sovereignty.
The dialogue reinforced the importance of collaboration in tackling transnational threats and facilitating lawful trade.
Africa Border Security Week continues to be a vital platform for regional cooperation, and this year’s focus on smart technology highlighted its transformative potential.
By adopting advanced tools, nations can enhance security, accelerate trade, and safeguard citizens.
The NCS’s active involvement demonstrates its dedication to global best practices, ensuring Nigeria’s borders remain secure while promoting legitimate commerce.
Through such engagements, the Nigeria Customs Service reaffirms its leadership in border management, embracing innovation to meet evolving challenges.
As technology reshapes security landscapes, the NCS remains at the forefront, driving progress for a safer and more prosperous Africa.
