In a vibrant ceremony held at the Customs Training School in Ikeja, Lagos, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) celebrated the promotion of 239 officers, marking a significant milestone in their careers. The honorees included:
– 18 Controllers
– 102 Deputy Controllers
– 119 Assistant Controllers
The event drew dignitaries, family members, and friends, creating an atmosphere of pride and celebration.
Assistant Comptroller-General M. Babandede, Zone ‘A’ Coordinator, commended the officers for their dedication and integrity. He emphasized that promotion is not the end, but a checkpoint in their journey of service. Babandede urged the newly decorated officers to mentor junior colleagues and foster a culture of excellence within the Service.
The ceremony was anchored by Chief Superintendent Hussein of the Federal Operations Unit, Zone ‘A’, and Chief Superintendent Abdullahi of the Lagos Free Trade Zone Command. Both acknowledged the unwavering support of the officers’ families, recognizing their sacrifices and commitment.
The event concluded with renewed optimism for the future of the NCS, as the Service continues to grow under the leadership of committed and visionary officers.
The decoration ceremony was witnessed by most of the Area Controllers in Zone A. The controllers in attendance included Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba of Apapa command, Comptroller Frank Onyeka of Tin Can Command, Comptroller Muhammed Shuaibu of the FOU Zone A. Comptroller Awe of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Comptroller Joe Anani of PTML command, Comptroller Gambo of Oyo/Osun command, Comptroller Otunla of Idiroko command, as well as Comptroller Joy Edelduok of KLT command.