Acting CG, Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi

Newly appointed acting Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi has urged Nigerians to show compassion, tolerance and understanding to fellow citizens and other humans, as Nigerian Muslims join others all over the world to celebrate the 2023 Eid el-Kabir. This, according to the CG is with a view to promoting national unity.

Customs National Public Relations Officer, CSC Maiwada Aliyu, in a statement said the new CG urges Nigerians to always emulate the exemplary lifestyle of service of Prophet Ibrahim, adding that only a life of piety and mutual consideration for one another could build a new Nigerian nation.

According to the statement: “As we gather to celebrate Eid-el-Adha, the CG extends his warmest wishes to all Nigerians. He says that this joyous occasion is a pointer to the values of sacrifice, compassion, and unity.

” He enjoins all Nigerians to embrace the life of service exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS). I urge them to imbibe the values of sacrifice and duty that is necessary to build the nation of our dream.”

He encouraged all officers and men to use this season for reflection on the sacred responsibilities which God has placed on them to serve as catalysts in Nigerian economic growth and development. He admonished them to demonstrate the importance of compassion and generosity, not only towards their immediate family and friends but also to those in need.

The Customs boss was further quoted as saying, “I wish to advice that we come together, united as one, to celebrate the spirit of Eid-el-Adha by sharing the joyous moments with our loved ones and taking time to appreciate the blessings we have been granted.”

He reiterated his commitment to implementing pragmatic steps that will shape a brighter future predicated on the safety, security and economic stability of our dear nation. Amidst the demands of such duties, the CG harps on the need to reflect on the significance of this festive season.

While speaking on the core functions of the service, the CG pledged better service delivery to the various shipping and maritime stakeholders. He assured that the management and staffers of the service under his watch would do everything possible to enhance efficiency in its core operations and functions.