Customs CG hosts maiden reunion, pledges welfare boost for retired Management Team (Pictures & Video)

November 26, 2023

Customs CG hosts maiden reunion, pledges welfare boost for retired Management Team

The Nigeria Customs Service exemplified a historic moment as retired members of the Management Team gathered at the Customs Corporate Headquarters in Abuja on Saturday, 25 November 2023. Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR delivered an impassioned address, assuring retired officials of comprehensive measures to elevate their welfare and integrate them into the Nigeria Customs Service’s healthcare programs. He emphasized his commitment to sustaining bonds beyond active service.

Furthermore, Adeniyi revealed ongoing discussions with the Minister of Finance to champion a bill establishing a dedicated Pension Scheme. He stated, “This strategic initiative reflects foresight in securing the financial future of leaders within the Nigeria Customs Service.”

Underscoring the significance of the reunion, Adeniyi stated, “Today marks a momentous occasion as we come together for the first-ever reunion of Customs’ seasoned leaders.” He stressed the wealth of knowledge within the room and the need to strengthen the roots connecting the past, present, and future of the Nigeria Customs Service.

Highlighting the retirees’ significant contributions, Adeniyi emphasized crafting customized programs for seamless collaboration to ensure the service continues to benefit from their expertise. He described the gathering as a definitive avenue for connecting with successful leaders who have played pivotal roles in shaping the organization.

With optimism about the impact of the reunion, the CGC expressed confidence that their coming together would contribute to greater efficiency, enhanced regulatory compliance, and stable economic development goals for the country. “I am confident that with your continued support and guidance, we will overcome challenges and achieve greater heights,” he noted.

Present at the occasion were the immediate past Comptroller-General of Customs, Col. Ahmed Ali (retired), Dr. Abubakar Musa, Bernard Nwadialo, and a former sole administrator, Major-General SOG Ango (retired), in addition to many retired Deputy Comptroller-Generals of Customs and Assistant Comptroller-Generals of Customs.

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