Former CG Mustapha visits NCS Headquarters, commends current leadership, progress (Photos)

May 22, 2024

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Former CG Mustapha visits NCS Headquarters, commends current leadership, progress (Photos)

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, welcomed the former Comptroller-General of Customs, Ahmed Mustapha, to the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, 20 May 2024.

Ex- CG Mustapha, who served from 1999 to 2004, expressed his admiration for the significant advancements and transformations within the service since his tenure.

“I am deeply impressed by the transformations that have taken place within the Nigeria Customs Service since I left office in 2004. The advancements in technology, infrastructure, and overall efficiency are commendable and reflect the dedication of the current leadership and staff,” Mustapha remarked during his visit.

CGC Adewale Adeniyi warmly received the retired CGC and appreciated Mustapha’s visit. “It is an honour to receive former CGC Ahmed Mustapha today. His contributions laid a solid foundation for the progress we are building upon. I am grateful that he found the time to visit and see firsthand the developments at the NCS headquarters.”

Adeniyi also invited the management team to join in hosting Mustapha, highlighting the importance of recognising the efforts of past leaders in shaping the future of the service. “We stand on the shoulders of those who came before us,” Adeniyi noted. “Their legacy and hard work have paved the way for the innovations and improvements we are implementing today.”

The visit included a tour of the headquarters, where Mustapha was shown the latest technological advancements of the Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR) centre, which have enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of the NCS.

The meeting concluded with both leaders emphasizing the importance of continuity and the sharing of knowledge across different eras of leadership.

The visit served as a testament to the enduring legacy of past leaders and the progress made by the current administration, demonstrating the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to building on the foundations laid by those who have come before.

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