By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, championed the importance of continuous learning for the newly graduated officers from Senior Course 9 and Junior Course 17.
He stated this in a motivational address at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College in Gwagwalada, Abuja.
Representing Deputy Comptroller General Sa’idu Galadima of the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), CGC Adeniyi stressed the significance of professionalism, integrity, and the pursuit of excellence.
He encouraged the graduates to leverage opportunities in their respective commands, take calculated risks, and be catalysts for positive change.
ACG Kingsley Egwuh, Commandant of the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College Gwagwalada, commended the graduates for their dedication, highlighting their 100% success rate.
Stating various training aspects, including academic standards, proficiency, and weapon handling, ACG Egwuh urged the graduates to infuse purpose into their careers while upholding the service motto, “Justice and Honesty.”
The Commandant also unveiled ongoing projects, including the replacement of dilapidated furniture in the college hall and the installation of solar panels to enhance facilities.
Deputy Commandant and Director of Studies, Comptroller Oluyomi Adebakin, outlined the curriculum’s focus on developing human capacity and improving customs operations.
Adebakin affirmed the commitment to enhancing officers’ skills with a strong moral foundation.
Special Guest of Honour Senator Isah Echocho, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Customs and Excise, addressed global economic challenges and urged graduates to positively impact society.
He expressed optimism that their adeptness in technological advancements would contribute to Nigeria’s economic advancement.
In a celebratory gesture, the college hosted a regimental dinner night honouring the graduates of Senior Course 9 and Junior Course 17.