Nigeria and Niger customs discuss boosting Kamba border trade
Officials from the Nigeria Customs Service and Nigerien Customs met to address trade challenges at the Kamba–Tungan Gyado border. Mustapha Mubarak of the Kebbi Area Command announced that both sides are seeking ways to facilitate legitimate trade and support local communities. The meeting focused on improving cooperation to increase exports and revenue. Stakeholders expressed hope that stronger collaboration will benefit border residents.
TLDR
- Mahmoud Ibrahim of the Kebbi Area Command and Abdoulaye Vincent of Douanes du Dosso led the discussions.
- Insecurity and diplomatic issues on other routes have disrupted trade, making the Kamba corridor more important.
- Both sides agreed to enhance cooperation and encourage more legitimate exports through Kamba.
- Ibrahim pledged to educate stakeholders and plans to visit Nigerien Customs in Dosso for further collaboration.
- Local leaders, including Mamuda Zarumai and Abubakar Inusa, praised the initiative and expressed support for improved trade relations.
