The pledge was made during a courtesy visit by the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN Ibafon Maintenance Unit, led by Chairman Oluwole Egbayelo, to the Command headquarters on Tuesday, 17 June, 2026.
Egbayelo highlighted how cooperation between Customs, workers, and residents has created a safer, more conducive environment for operations. “The transformation is clear to everyone, and we sincerely appreciate the Comptroller and his officers for bringing stability to this corridor,” he said.
The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Patrick Ntadi, described collaboration as the foundation of the Command’s approach. He said projects like the Wale Adeniyi Sports Arena (WASA) show partnership in action and must be actively used to sustain long-term security and development. “It is not enough to admire the facility; it must be used. We want to see children, families, and young people actively engaging there because that is how real community security and development are sustained,” Ntadi added.
In recognition of its impact, the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Ibafon Maintenance Unit, honoured the Command for its contributions to a safer, more efficient working environment within the corridor.
The engagement concluded with maritime workers, community leaders, and the Western Marine Command renewing their commitment to working together to sustain security, promote peaceful coexistence, and advance development across the Apapa corridor.
