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Kabir Abdulsalam
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January 16, 2024
Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR
CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi

Customs’ E-Auction System: Another Brilliant Feat of Adeniyi

By Kabir Abdulsalam

In 2017, the Nigerian Customs Service introduced an electronic auction platform for the transparent sale of forfeited goods, to halted its traditional manual processes.

The initiative was developed under the then-Comptroller General, Colonel Hameed Ali (retired), to put the brakes on the longstanding abuses plaguing the traditional manual auction system.

The inefficiencies and irregularities of the past were so glaring that Ali took the drastic step of suspending all manual process.

At the initial stage, the platform seemed a game-changer, promising consistency in disposing of seized vehicles. It was a welcome change from the previous manual system plagued by accusations of nepotism, revenue shortfalls, and corruption.

Initial results were spectacular as within four weeks, the platform generated N49 million and produced 254 winners across the country.

However, concerns swiftly arose regarding fraudulent activities. Bidders disrupted the process by placing unrealistic figures and impersonating winners through SMS notifications.

Consequently, the service responded by deactivating these fraudulent Tax Identification Numbers, TIN, of these fraudsters, eliminating a second-highest bidder option, and relying solely on system-generated emails for winner communication.

Despite these measures, skepticism persisted. Months later, reports of irregularities and lack of transparency resurfaced. Critics accused NCS officials of manipulating the platform for personal gain and even labeled it “dead” or a “scam.”

The discovery of manual auctions continuing in some NCS commands further eroded trust in the digital system.

These allegations sparked demands for a thorough investigation into the e-auction platform’s functionality and transparency. At stake is the public’s confidence in government institutions and their ability to manage affairs with integrity.

Citizens deserve clear answers and swift action to ensure the platform fulfills its initial promise of fostering a fair and transparent process.

The Customs e-auction platform signifies a bright hope for transparency. And a new dawn seems to be breaking with the present Comptroller General of Customs, CGC, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi’s commitment to revitalize the Customs’ auctioning system.

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Adeniyi, at a briefing recently, acknowledged the past flaws of the system. He said they have however learnt from the hacking vulnerabilities that compromised the platform’s integrity and eroded public trust.

He assured Nigerians that robust security protocols are being implemented in collaboration with experts, making the system impervious to future attacks.

While the delay might frustrate eager participants, Adeniyi emphasizes that it’s a necessary step towards a secure and reliable platform.

The Customs’ commitment echoes South Korea’s success story, where a similar transparent system boosted revenue and dispelled doubts. Just like in 2017 when the Nigerian e-auction generated N49 million in just four weeks, this revamped platform holds immense potential to surpass revenue projections and serve as a true investment in the future.

With each click, trust is rebuilt, brick by digital brick. The new e-auction platform shouldn’t just be a technological upgrade; it’s supposed to be a promise of a brighter future, where transparency reigns supreme, and Nigerians can finally see their government institution operating with integrity, one click at a time.

The promise of a revitalized e-auction platform hangs heavy in the air, and Nigerians eagerly await its full inauguration. Nigerians demand a system that is not just functional but truly exemplary.

The platform should be intuitive and easily navigable, accessible to all regardless of technical expertise. Comprehensive specifications of the items, an open bidding process, and a robust system of accountability and audibility should be in place, ensuring every action is traceable and every decision justifiable.

To build and maintain trust, the service should inculcate transparency-enhancing mechanisms to monitor the platform, address concerns, and investigate potential irregularities.

Similarly, a dedicated and responsive channel for public feedback and grievance redressal should be re-established, ensuring the prompt and transparent resolution of all concerns. Customs should also consider incorporating advanced technology to enhance security and efficiency, such as blockchain and artificial intelligence, to detect and prevent fraudulent activity, as well as analyze user data to optimize the platform for a smoother experience.

The revamped e-auction platform has the potential to be a game-changer, not just for the Service but for the nation as a whole. By embracing transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, the Nigeria Customs can build a system that truly serves the people, one click at a time.

Kabir is a Senior staff writer with PRNigeria, wrote in via: [email protected]

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