The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, CGC Adewale Adeniyi has called on officers to maintain the highest standards of professionalism in the execution of their duties, emphasizing the critical role this plays in upholding the integrity and effectiveness of the Service.
Adeniyi stated this during the graduation of officers after a three months training at at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College Gwagwalada, Abuja, urging them to continue to consider themselves as ‘good’ ambassadors of the Service, while also embracing the significance of continuous learning to add value to the Service.
The CGC, represented by the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of Finance, Administration and Technical Services, DCG Bello Jibo charged the graduands not to relent on furthering their knowledge on Customs operations, as they were rigorously trained.
He said: “The knowledge you have gained here is your foundation to showing your commitment to continuous learning and development that will define your success so, go forth with confidence; serve with honour and lead with integrity.
“It’s my great pleasure that I stand before you today on this momentous occasion as we celebrate the graduation of the students of junior course 19, it marks the culmination of three months of hard work, dedication and unwavering commitment to the pursuit of excellence in Customs operations and administration.”
DCG Jibo praised the College as a distinguished center of excellence within the Service, emphasizing its crucial role in shaping the future of leadership. He said: “It is here that the foundation for future leadership is laid, where Customs officers are equipped with the skills and knowledge essential for their careers.”
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He affirmed that the comprehensive education provided at the College equips students to adeptly manage the complexities of global trade, security, and border management, reiterating that “this institution has produced some of the finest officers who have gone on to lead our service with distinction, and I have no doubt that the graduates here today will follow suit.”
He said: “Your journey has not been easy, but your resilience and determination have brought you to this point. The knowledge and skills you have acquired here are not just tools for your career; they are keys to unlocking the future of the Nigeria Customs Service.”
He said: “The future of our service depends on your ability to lead with integrity, innovate with purpose and uphold the highest standard of professionalism. Today, we recognize the honour of the outstanding achievement of some of our graduates who were given special awards.”
He described the awards as “a testament to the exceptional dedication and performance” demonstrated by the recipients during their time at the College, adding that “these awards are not just a recognition of their hard work, but a call to all of us to strive for excellence in everything we do.”
“The success of the Junior Course 19 reflects your commitment to excellence in training and education. In closing, I want to remind each of our graduates that today is not the end of your learning journey, but rather the beginning of a new chapter in your careers.” DCG Jibo said.
The Commandant of the College, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Kingsley Egwuh, while delivering his remarks, complimented the graduating students and conferred them with the Pass Junior Staff Course title.
Comptroller Oluyomi Adebakin urged students to continue to be good ambassadors of the Service, adding that “as you all move to your respective commands to continue to work for the Service, I implore you to transfer your knowledge to your subordinates.”
She also stated that the students were engaged in various courses relating to leadership, public speaking, and computer programs that will shape their careers as professional Customs officers, adding that “The College, as an academic institution, is focusing on research to build knowledge and proffer solutions to the identified challenges.”
One of the graduating students, Superintendent of Customs Ekene Ochi stated that the college’s robust courses have equipped him and his colleagues for future endeavours in the service.
He expressed gratitude to the management team of the Nigeria Customs Service, led by CGC Adewale Adeniyi, for the opportunity given to him and his colleagues.
As part of its tradition, the College organised a regimental dinner night to celebrate the graduating students for completing their three months of training at the College.
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