The Assistant Comptroller General of Customs, Mohammed Babandede, has charged senior officers who were recently promoted to higher rank to be ready to shoulder more responsibilities for the nation.
With high regards for gender equality and reverence under the midas instrumental reforms and innovations initiated by the awards winning Comptroller General of Customs, CGC, Adewale Adeniyi MFR, most female gender were promoted and were also decorated.
The Officers decorated are Deputy Comptroller Nkiru Nwala, Assistant Comptroller Bukoye Oloyede, and 237 others.
Nkiru Nwala, who was among the female gender promoted to the rank of Deputy Comptroller of Customs, is a woman of integrity, resourceful and hard working. She has worked in the Public Relations Office for many years, and have carved a niche for herself in the discharge of her duties and remained humble to the service.
Speaking in Lagos during the decoration of the officers, held at the customs training college, Ikeja, Lagos, ACG Babandede disclosed that the promotion symbolises confidence in the officers’ ability to lead.
According to him, “Today, we celebrate the well-deserved promotions of 239 exceptional officers who have demonstrated unwavering commitment to excellence and patriotic service.
Amongst you are 18 distinguished officers who have been elevated to the rank of Comptrollers, having reached the pinnacle of our Service hierarchy through years of exemplary leadership and dedication.
“We also celebrate 102 officers who have been promoted to Deputy Comptrollers, whose proven competence and integrity have earned them this prestigious recognition.
“We additionally honoured also 119 officers who have attained the rank of Assistant Comptrollers, whose hard work and commitment have opened new doors of opportunity and responsibility.”
He, however, reminded the officers that the management of the Service ensured that merit is truly rewarded and career advancement is based on performance and dedication.
“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.
“Today’s ceremony represents more than just a change in rank. It symbolises the Service’s confidence in your ability to lead, your proven track record of integrity, and your readiness to shoulder greater responsibilities in service to our nation.
“Each insignia you receive today 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.
“As you step into these new roles, I want you to understand that you are now the face of leadership in the Nigeria Customs Service. Junior officers will look to you for guidance, inspiration, and direction. Your conduct, both on and off duty, will be scrutinised 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".
Continuing, “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.
“Your success in these new positions will depend not just on your experience, but on your willingness to embrace change, learn new skills, and adapt to emerging challenges. The Service has invested heavily in your development, and now it is time to demonstrate that this investment was worthwhile.
“I urge you to remember that true leadership is measured not by the authority you wield, but by the positive impact you have on others. Mentor the younger officers, share your knowledge generously, and create an environment where excellence can flourish", ACG advised.
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