The Comptroller-General of Customs , Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has bolstered the air surveillance capabilities of the Nigeria Customs Service with the acquisition of a Cessna Grand Caravan EX-208B.
Registered as 5N-BAA, the new aircraft is expected to significantly enhance the NCS’s air patrol and surveillance efforts aimed at combating smuggling along the nation’s borders. Powered by the PT6 Pratt and Whitney engine, the Cessna Grand Caravan is globally recognized for its rugged versatility, short-field takeoff and landing capabilities, and ability to operate on remote airstrips, making it ideally suited for border security operations in Nigeria.
Furthermore, the aircraft will serve as a strategic asset for Nigeria Customs Technical and Hangar Services Ltd, offering logistical support and revenue generation for the Service. CGC Adeniyi underscored the cost-efficiency of the Cessna Grand Caravan, noting that its operational costs are relatively low compared to other aircraft in its class.