In a move to deepen inter-agency collaboration and bolster Nigeria’s digital transformation drive, Galaxy Backbone Limited has initiated strategic talks with the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and its communication arm, the Nigeria Customs Broadcasting Network (NCBN), during a courtesy visit to the NCS Headquarters in Abuja on Thursday, May 2, 2025.
As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional partnerships and support government agencies with reliable digital infrastructure, Galaxy Backbone Limited on Thursday, May 2, 2025, paid a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Customs Broadcasting Network (NCBN) at the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Headquarters in Abuja.
The delegation, led by Mr. Ifeatu Anafulu, Head of Marketing and Business Intelligence at Galaxy Backbone, was warmly received by the National Public Relations Officer of the Service, Assistant Comptroller of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada.
Speaking during the visit, Mr. Anafulu expressed appreciation for the warm reception and emphasized Galaxy Backbone’s commitment to supporting the Service’s digital transformation journey. He noted that Galaxy Backbone’s role as a government-owned technology solutions provider aligns with NCS’s ongoing reforms under the Trade Modernisation Project (TMP).
“We understand that Customs is currently undergoing a major transformation under the TMP, and as the Federal Government’s ICT infrastructure provider, we are here to explore how we can add value to your operations,” Anafulu said.
“From secure cloud storage to robust cybersecurity and reliable internet connectivity, Galaxy Backbone has the infrastructure and expertise to support your evolving digital needs.”
He stressed the importance of efficient data management and secure communications for modern Customs operations, particularly in today’s digital and interconnected trade environment.
In his response, Assistant Comptroller Maiwada commended Galaxy Backbone’s proactive approach and acknowledged the importance of strategic ICT partnerships in driving innovation and efficiency in public service delivery.
“The Nigeria Customs Service is undergoing a comprehensive technological revolution anchored on the Trade Modernisation Project,” Maiwada stated. “At the heart of this reform is the deployment of an indigenous platform, B’Odogwu a Unified Customs Management System (UCMS) built from the ground up to address our unique challenges.”
He described B’Odogwu as a fully integrated digital ecosystem aimed at streamlining trade processes, minimizing manual intervention, and enhancing accountability through data-driven operations.
“Our goal is not just automation but true modernisation built on local expertise and tailored to our national needs,” he said, noting that partnerships with institutions like Galaxy Backbone are essential to ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of the Service’s ICT backbone.
The visit concluded with a guided tour of NCBN facilities, led by the Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Abubakar Ardo. The delegation toured the broadcast, editing, and production studios located within the Customs Headquarters.
Mr. Ardo described NCBN as a strategic communication platform of the Service, committed to promoting NCS reforms, enhancing public awareness, and engaging stakeholders through impactful multimedia content.
“We are also working to establish ourselves within the broader media business sector”Ardo noted, expressing optimism that future collaboration with Galaxy Backbone will further enhance the network’s technical capabilities and outreach.
