Comptroller Muhammed Shuaibu has officially assumed leadership of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone “A” of the Nigeria Customs Service, succeeding Comptroller Kola Oladeji.
During the handover ceremony on Wednesday at the unit’s Lagos headquarters, Oladeji commended the management support under the leadership of the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adeniyi, for giving him opportunities to serve the command.
He said that Adeniyi’s mentorship led to the giant strides made during his tenure in one-year.
Oladeji, who served one year and few days emphasised that the unit’s strengthened operations and enhanced collaboration with sister agencies.
He appreciated the dedication of the unit’s officers and expressed gratitude to the media for their accurate reportage, adding that it was crucial in projecting the unit’s and customs image.
In his response, Shuaibu acknowledged exemplary leadership and pledged to build upon the foundation.
He enjoined officers for teamwork and a commitment to suppress smugglers and protect national security.
He affirmed his belief in the collective progress of Nigeria and vowed to uphold the service’s mandate with God’s uidance and diligence.
Shuaibu commended the CGC Adeniyi for finding him worthy to lead the affairs of the command and promised to intensify more collaboration with stakeholders to support in the fight against economy saboteurs.
The ceremony garnered support from various stakeholders, media and officers of the command praising Oladeji ‘s integrity and urging him to continue his impactful work at the service headquarters in Abuja(NAN)
