The Association of Motor Dealers of Nigeria (AMDON) has made a fervent appeal to the Federal Government to lift the ban on importation of vehicles through land borders. Alhaji Manaur Zagi, the chairman of AMDON’s Sokoto State division, articulated this plea during a workshop convened by the Nigerian Customs Service, specifically the Sokoto/Zamfara area command. Zagi emphasized the dire consequences of the border closure, particularly on the economy and livelihoods, especially within the Northwest region, which has also exacerbated security concerns.
Zagi emphasized the hardships caused by the border closure, stressing the need to lift restrictions. He highlighted the importance of easing constraints for economic and security benefits. Zagi underlined the necessity of lifting restrictions to improve business operations and enhance compliance. He expressed optimism about the positive outcomes it would bring. According to Zagi, easing constraints would benefit the economy and improve security, especially in the Northwest. He urged for immediate action. In summary, Zagi emphasized the urgent need to lift restrictions for improved economic and security conditions in the Northwest.
During the workshop, Comptroller Kamal Mohammad acknowledged AMDON’s vital role in vehicle importation and sales. He praised their contributions and explained the 90-day window period for duty regularization. Mohammad, the Command’s Controller, highlighted AMDON’s significance and the need for compliance with customs regulations. He emphasized the importance of utilizing the window period effectively. Participants received guidance on complying with regulations and leveraging the 90-day period for import duty regularization. Mohammad underscored the benefits of adhering to customs rules. Overall, the workshop provided clarity on duty regularization and emphasized AMDON’s importance in the vehicle sector, reiterated by Mohammad.
Mohammad stressed the significance of adhering to customs regulations and urged participants to leverage the available window period.
Starting March 4, 2024, until July 5, 2024, the 90-day window period aims to bolster compliance efforts, clarified Mohammad. This initiative operates under the leadership of Comptroller General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi. The goal is to ensure adherence to customs regulations. He assured participants that he would escalate their appeal to lift the border restrictions to the Customs Headquarters for deliberation. Additionally, participants received detailed briefings on the vehicle categories covered by the grace period and the procedural steps for regularizing import duties.
In summary, the workshop served as a platform to address concerns regarding the ban on imported vehicles through land borders. The workshop sensitized participants on the importance of compliance measures and urged them to utilize the window period to rectify import duty issues. AMDON’s advocacy to lift the restrictions underscores the importance of fostering conducive business environments and upholding compliance with customs regulations.
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