By Tunde Ojudun
The Seme Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) hosted a heartfelt send-forth ceremony for its outgoing Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs (CSC) Isah Sulaiman, as he prepares to assume his new role at the Apapa Command. The event also honoured the retirement of Deputy Comptroller Audu Samson Edime, Head of the Scanning Unit.
CSC Sulaiman, who joined the Seme Command in February 2025, was praised by colleagues, sister agencies, and media professionals for his professionalism, humility, and unwavering dedication. Described as a “model officer” and “image maker per excellence,” Sulaiman was commended for fostering inter-agency collaboration and maintaining strong stakeholder relations along the Lagos–Seme corridor.
Comptroller Wale Adenuga, the Customs Area Controller, described Sulaiman as one of the finest PROs in the Service, noting that his presence made leadership easier. “If I had my way, I’d cancel his transfer,” he remarked, highlighting Sulaiman’s indispensable role in the Command’s success.
Journalists also hailed Sulaiman as a “journalist’s delight” for his accessibility and deep understanding of media dynamics, pledging continued support in his new posting.
In an emotional farewell, Sulaiman expressed gratitude for the recognition, calling it a career milestone. He thanked Comptroller Adenuga for his mentorship and credited the Command’s unity and support for his achievements.
The ceremony also marked the retirement of Deputy Comptroller Edime, whose decades of service were celebrated with admiration. Speakers applauded his integrity and dedication, describing his exit as “finishing well.”
Dr. Nurudeen Audu of NAFDAC encouraged retirees to embrace entrepreneurship, emphasizing that retirement is a new beginning. He announced NAFDAC’s readiness to support ex-officers with business development resources.
In response, Comptroller Adenuga revealed plans to host entrepreneurship workshops for officers nearing retirement, with Dr. Audu as a facilitator.
DC Edime, visibly fulfilled, expressed gratitude for a fulfilling career and pledged to remain active and purposeful in retirement.