The Nigeria Customs Service is deploying Artificial Intelligence and digital intelligence tools to combat fake news and online scams that threaten its reputation.\n<\/p>\n
Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, disclosed the move in a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by the service\u2019s spokesperson, Deputy Comptroller Abdullahi Maiwada.\n<\/p>\n
Adeniyi spoke at the 2026 Nigerian Council of the Institute of Public Relations Roundtable, themed \u201cAlgorithm Influence and Public Relations.\u201d\n<\/p>\n
The initiative is designed to monitor online information, establish facts, and counter misleading narratives.<\/p>\n
It also supports collaboration with relevant agencies to identify and apprehend those responsible for spreading false or fraudulent content.<\/p>\n
Adeniyi stressed the importance of effective communication so the public understands the reasons behind Customs officers\u2019 actions and operations.\n<\/p>\n
He noted that AI has become increasingly important in both operational duties and strategic communication.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe role of AI cannot be overemphasised, especially within our operations. Over the years, AI has been deployed in our core operational duties as well as strategic communication,\u201d he said.\n<\/p>\n
AI-assisted risk management already enables the service to assess imported goods and classify them according to risk levels, helping determine appropriate interventions.\n<\/p>\n
The technology can also analyse public sentiment and provide insights into how Nigerians perceive Customs activities.\n<\/p>\n
The NCS is leveraging digital platforms to verify information and work with other agencies against those spreading misleading claims.\n<\/p>\n
The roundtable examined the growing impact of digital technologies and artificial intelligence on public communication.\n<\/p>\n
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