

YOU HAVE DONE WELL TO NATIONAL ECONOMY & CUSTOMS REVENUE; D/COMPT ADEWOLE TELLS INTERNATIONAL BREWERIES PLC, ILESA


As part of sustained efforts to strengthen collaboration with excise factories and key stakeholders, the Acting Customs Area Controller, Oyo/Osun Area Command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Wale Moses Adewole, On Tuesday 14 April 2026, paid a courtesy visit to the International Breweries Plc plant in Ilesa, Osun State.
During the visit, DC Wale Adewole emphasized the importance of compliance with extant excise laws and regulations, noting that adherence is critical to revenue generation and the national economic stability. He reiterated the Command’s commitment to facilitating legitimate trade while ensuring strict enforcement of government fiscal policies.

The Area Controller commended International Breweries Plc for its contributions to the economy, particularly in the areas of employment generation and enhancing the revenue generation profile of the Command. He further encouraged the management to sustain its level of compliance and maintain transparency in its operations.
In his response, the manager of International Breweries Plc, Mr Emmanuel Onabanjo expressed appreciation for the visit, describing it as timely and impactful. He reaffirmed the factory’s commitment to maintaining a cordial working relationship with the Nigeria Customs Service and pledged continued compliance with all regulatory requirements.

The visit provided an opportunity for both parties to engage in constructive dialogue, address operational challenges, and explore avenues for enhanced cooperation.
The Oyo/Osun Area Command remains dedicated to stakeholder engagement, trade facilitation, and the enforcement of fiscal policies in line with the mandate of the Nigeria Customs Service.
