The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, has charged the newly inaugurated students of its junior course 20 to take heed to the knowledge and skills that would be imparted on them during their training so as to contribute meaningfully to the Customs’s mission of safeguarding national borders and protecting the integrity of the nation’s economy.
Speaking at the Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada, Abuja, Adeniyi also said that the Service has made all arrangements to implement policies aimed at enhancing the skills of its staff through different initiatives, and also urged them to embrace the challenge of being engaged in the training as an opportunity for growth and development.
Adeniyi who was represented by Deputy Comptroller General of Customs, Mr. Suleiman Bomai, explained that educating the students about the history of the college, is a tradition that must be maintained at all times.
He said: “This ceremony marks a significant tradition in the history of our esteemed institution and reinforces the core values of dedication, discipline, and continuous development that have long been the pillars of the Nigeria Customs Service.”
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The Customs boss emphasised the need for participants to generate new ideas and innovations to drive the Service’s transformation.
He admonished: “Remember that this is only the beginning. You are the future of the Nigeria Customs Service, and the knowledge you gain here will empower you to carry the torch forward. Seize this moment, make the most of this experience, and rise to the challenges ahead.
“I encourage you to make positive impacts and view your facilitators as role models, aspiring to become like them in the future. I also urge trainers to provide a listening ear to assist and guide you on your studies and welfare issues. Acquire knowledge to propel the Service forward.”
He assured that the CGC is ready to support any Officer willing to enhance their capacity, expressing confidence that the participants will make the Service proud as drivers of positive transformation.
On his part, Assistant Comptroller-General Kingsley Egwuh, Commandant of the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College Gwagwalada highlighted the course as a critical enabler of participants’ progression and aspirations in their noble careers.
The Commandant encouraged participants to enhance their confidence and competence in revenue generation, trade facilitation, and national security. He stressed that the capacity program prepares participants for increasing responsibilities in Command and Staff appointments.
