By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja –
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has said it is expediting implementation of its Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) to enhance its operations.
ECTS is a web-based solution used to provide real-time monitoring of transit cargo under customs control.
The Comptroller-General of NCS, Mr Adewale Adeniyi, in a statement by the service’s spokesman, Abdullahi Maiwada, said that Information Communication Technology (ICT), would be used to harness the requisite internal resources to speed up the execution.
“It is imperative that we modernise every facet of the Customs Enforcement Ecosystem. We must also integrate technology to fortify our operations,” he said.
He reiterated the commitment of NCS in leveraging technology to streamline its operation and emphasised the importance of engaging stakeholders to ensure the seamless execution of the project.
“In 2024, we cannot afford to remain entrenched in outdated practices. Stakeholders are demanding a Customs Service that embraces technology to enhance efficiency and transparency,” he said.
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