Federal Government Reopens Nigeria–Niger Border to Boost Regional Trade

The Federal Government has formally reopened the Nigeria–Niger Republic border through the Kamba corridor in Kebbi State, marking a significant step toward revitalising regional trade and strengthening economic ties within West Africa.

The reopening follows recent approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the resumption of cross-border movement along the Nigeria–Benin Republic route via the Tsamiya corridor. The move is aimed at easing the flow of legitimate goods and services.

Speaking at the reopening ceremony, the Area Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service, Kebbi Area Command, Mahmoud Ibrahim, said the Service was committed to implementing the President’s directive in full.

He assured stakeholders that customs officers were prepared to facilitate lawful trade while maintaining strict compliance with trade regulations. Ibrahim stressed that monitoring and enforcement would be intensified to prevent smuggling..

Also speaking, the Controller of the Federal Operations Unit, Zone B, Aminu Suleiman, said the reopening did not imply a relaxation of the law. He emphasised professionalism, vigilance, and transparency in managing cross-border trade activities.