Customs CG Commissions Remodeled Tin Can Port Premises, Commends Comptroller Nnadi’s Resourcefulness
The Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Adewale Adeniyi, has unveiled a newly renovated office complex at the Tincan Island Port Command, marking a significant milestone in the command’s history.
Speaking at the ceremony on Tuesday, 26, November 2024, the CGC expressed delight at the successful renovation project. He attributed the achievement to collaborative efforts with various government agencies and stakeholders.
The CGC also commended Comptroller Dera Nnadi, the Customs Area Controller of Tin Can Island Port Command for the exceptional developments achieved under his leadership.
He said, “We have created an environment that allows us to collaborate and work more effectively with other agencies of government and I’m indeed very delighted about this. What I’m seeing today is also the product of collaboration, our stakeholders are now stepping forward to say we can help you improve the quality of your work space, and I’m indeed very happy that what we have is a demonstration that collaboration pays.”
The CGC further emphasized the importance of collaboration in delivering better service to the nation. “We will continue to extend the frontiers of collaboration, not only in this kind of spheres, but also include them in our operations to ensure that we deliver better service for our country.”
In his welcome address, the Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the command, Comptroller Dera Nnadi, highlighted the significance of the renovation saying that since the inception of the Command in 1977, no major renovation has been undertaken to update and modernize the office complex.
“This renovation goes beyond mere aesthetics or upgrading physical infrastructure, it is a clear statement of intent that reinforces the CGC’s policy focus on Collaboration, Consolidation and Innovation. It is a reaffirmation of our commitment to improving working conditions, enhancing operational efficiency and providing a conducive environment for our officers and stakeholders alike”, Nnadi stated.
The event also honored Comptroller James Brigue (Rtd), the first Substantive Area Administrator of the Command, who led the command between 1982 and 1984. The CGC urged officers to emulate the life of Pa Brigue, emphasizing the importance of leaving a lasting legacy through dedicated service.
