Customs decorates 239 promoted officers in Zone ‘A’

 

The customs Zone ‘A’ of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has decorated 239 officers who were recently promoted to Comptroller, Deputy Comptroller and Assistant Comptroller in the South West region.

 

The Zonal Coordinator, Zone ‘A’ of the NCS, Assistant Comptroller-General (ACG) Mohammed Babandede, made the disclosure during the decoration ceremony held in Ikeja customs training in Lagos on Tuesday.

 

Babadede stated that the ceremony was more than just a change in rank, but symbolises confidence in the promoted officers ability to lead and readiness to shoulder greater responsibilities to the nation.

 

According to him, today is a significant day for the Service, as we celebrate the well-deserved promotions of 239 exceptional officers who have demonstrated unwavering commitment to excellence and patriotic service.

 

“I congratulate all the promoted officers, 18 distinguished officers are elevated to the rank of Comptrollers, 102 officers are promoted to the rank of Deputy Comptroller while 119 are promoted to the rank of Assistant Comptroller.

 

“All the senior promoted officers have reached the pinnacle of our service hierarchy through years of exemplary leadership and dedication. The officers have proven competence and integrity which earned them this prestigious recognition.

 

“This remarkable achievement did not happen by chance. It is the direct result of the dynamic leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, MFR dsm fnipr FNIIA psc(+), working in harmony with a dedicated Management team that shares his commitment to excellence.

 

“The CGC’s vision of a world-class Customs Service built on Consolidation, Collaboration and Innovation has created an environment where merit is truly rewarded and career advancement is based on performance and dedication,”Babadede said.

 

He noted that each insignia received by the officers tells a story of countless acts of patriotic service that may have gone unnoticed by the public but have not been forgotten by the Service.

 

He admonished the promoted officers and reminded them of their roles as the face of the leadership in the Nigeria Customs Service.

 

“Some junior officers will ask you for guidance, inspiration, and direction. Your conduct, both on and off duty, will be scrutinized and emulated by those who aspire to walk in your footsteps.

 

“The responsibility is enormous, but I have complete faith in your ability to rise to the occasion.

 

“The Nigeria Customs Service operates in an increasingly complex global environment. International trade patterns are evolving, security threats are becoming more sophisticated, and technology is reshaping how we conduct our operations,” Babadede said.

 

He mentioned that the promoted senior officers success would depend not just on your experience, but on their willingness to embrace change, learn new skills, and adapt to emerging challenges.

 

He emphasized that NCS has invested heavily in the development adding the it was now time to demonstrate that this investment was worthwhile.

 

Babadede reminded officers that the true leadership was measured not by the authority, but by the positive impact on others.

 

He pleaded with promoted officers to mentor their younger ones by sharing knowledge generously, and create an environment where excellence could flourished.

 

Babadede further said that NCS future depends on officers ability to build and lead high-performing teams that can deliver on our mandate with distinction.

 

” The Nigeria Customs Service is on an upward trajectory, and with leaders of your calibre at the helm of various commands and Units, I am confident that we will continue to exceed expectations and set new standards of excellence in public service.

 

“I thanked the families and loved ones of our newly promoted officers for steadfast support and understanding. The demands of our profession are significant, and your patience and encouragement have been instrumental in helping these officers reach this milestone,”Babadede said.

 

The zonal head reminded officers that the promotion was not a destination but a checkpoint their journey of service.

 

He mention that officers still had greater heights to attain, more challenges to overcome, and more contributions to Nigeria.