Dera Anselm Nnadi, mni
Deputy Comptroller General of Customs (Rtd)
Driving customs modernization, enabling trade systems, and shaping cross-border economic frameworks across Nigeria and West Africa.
A Career Defined by Reform
A retired Deputy Comptroller General of Customs with over three decades of distinguished service in trade facilitation, customs administration, and institutional reform across Nigeria and West Africa.
Read Full Profile →Key Achievements
World Customs Organization Merit Award
Received the WCO Merit Award for outstanding contributions to Customs–Business Relations, recognizing leadership in fostering collaboration between customs administration and the private sector.
Comptroller General's Award for Workplace Transformation
Honored by the Comptroller General of Customs for pioneering workplace transformation initiatives within the Nigeria Customs Service.
Comptroller General's Award for Excellence in Revenue Collection
Recognized for exceptional performance in revenue collection, reflecting strategic leadership and operational efficiency across commands.
“Service, integrity, and leadership are not positions — they are responsibilities.”
Dera Anselm Nnadi, mni
Articles & Insights
Perspectives on trade policy, customs reform, and Africa’s economic integration.
Leadership Lessons from a Career in Customs
Reflections on leadership, teamwork, and operational excellence gathered over decades of serving in Nigeria Customs Service.
The Evolution of Modern Customs Operations in Nigeria
Exploring how Nigeria Customs has transformed over the years with technology, training, and strategic policies to enhance trade efficiency and national security.