By Sabiu Abdullahi
Fifty officers of the Nigeria Customs Service have successfully completed the Junior Course 21 at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada.
The intensive three-month programme was designed to boost the management capacity of mid-level officers within the Service.
Activities marking the end of the course began with a regimental dinner held on Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
The formal graduation ceremony followed two days later, taking place on Friday, 2 May 2025, at the Ahmad Makarfi Hall within the College premises.
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, was represented at both events by Deputy Comptroller-General (DCG) Suleiman Chiroma, who is in charge of the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC).
In his address to the graduating officers, DCG Chiroma praised their dedication and resilience.
He encouraged them to remain steadfast in the values of discipline, integrity, and professionalism.
“The College has equipped you with the requisite knowledge for higher staff and command responsibilities,” he said. “Your value to the Service and your fatherland has been greatly enhanced, and you are now better prepared to contribute meaningfully to the attainment of our strategic objectives.”
Assistant Comptroller-General (ACG) Oluyomi Adebakin, who serves as the College’s Commandant, also spoke at the event. She congratulated the officers and reminded them of the institution’s high standards.
“The Nigeria Customs Service has invested significantly in your development. You must make the most of this opportunity. The College maintains zero tolerance for indiscipline and mediocrity will not be celebrated,” she stated.
The ceremony featured the award of certificates and the conferment of the Passed Junior Staff Course (PJSC) qualification on the officers.
The graduates expressed appreciation for the training, noting its positive impact on their leadership and operational skills.
The officers are now expected to assume key responsibilities across various commands and units, contributing to the Service’s national mandate.