The Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit, Zone A, Ikeja, has charged the 186 newly promoted officers to uphold the high standards expected of them.
According to Wednesday’s release by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Hussaini Abdullahi, the Customs Area Controller in charge, Mohammed Shuaibu, stated this while decorating the promoted officers at the Command.
He described the event as a significant moment in the history of the unit, stating that the promotions were not just about new ranks but a recognition of dedication and loyalty.
“The promotions being celebrated here today are not just titles conferred; they are a reflection of your commitment to excellence, your patriotism, and your steadfast service to the Nigeria Customs Service and to our great nation. Your elevation is not by chance; it is a reward for hard work. Every promotion comes with greater responsibility, and I urge you all to uphold the high standards expected of you. This is not just a step up in rank; it is a call to higher standards of leadership and accountability,” Shuaibu stated.
The Customs FOU boss further charged the officers to lead with integrity and humility, stressing the need for them to wear their new rank with humility, lead by example, and serve as mentors and role models to their colleagues.
Shuaibu emphasised that true leadership is not about titles or positions but about service, empathy, and dedication to a cause greater than oneself.
Earlier, in September, The OBS reported that the Nigeria Customs Service Board had approved the appointment of four Deputy Comptroller-Generals and 12 Assistant Comptroller-Generals, as well as the promotion of 3,312 senior officers across various ranks. The approvals were made at the 63rd regular meeting of the Board, chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, in Abuja.
Speaking further, Shuaibu reminded the audience that promotion is not the end of the road but a checkpoint on the long path of Service.
“There are greater heights to attain, new challenges to confront, and more contributions to be made toward the development of our service and the progress of our country. Once again, I congratulate all the newly promoted officers. May you continue to bring honour to yourselves, to this unit, and to the Nigeria Customs Service at large,” he said.
