The Mombol community in Adamawa State recently organized a civic reception to honor Comptroller Haniel Hadison, a proud son of the community, for his achievement as the first Comptroller of Customs from Hong Local Government Area.
The event was held on Saturday 19th April, 2025 in Adamawa
According to the Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker Adamawa House of Assembly,Hyellamada Bernard, the gathering emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation in advancing the interests of Huba land, with leaders urging collective efforts to drive progress and development in the area. He noted that Hadison’s achievement serves as an inspiration to the youth and a testament to the community’s potential for greatness.
During the ceremony, the Speaker, Tol Huba, and Huba Elders praised Comptroller Hadison’s achievements and called for unity among the people of Huba land. They commended his dedication and hard work, which has brought pride to the community.
The former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, who chaired the ceremony, said he was elated to be celebrating Comptroller Haniel Hadison’s remarkable career, describing his story as a testament to the power of quiet dedication and hard work. He noted that Hadison had served with distinction for nearly three decades, building an impressive record without seeking attention, and that his journey from 1994 to his current role was marked by consistent effort and a commitment to excellence.
Mustapha said that what was truly remarkable about Hadison was not just his impressive credentials, but the consistent pattern of his life, marked by his ability to complete tasks, seize learning opportunities, and lead by example.
The former SGF expressed pride that Hadison, a son of Mombol, had carried himself with sense and honour. He added that he was even prouder that the community was recognising him while he was still active in service.
Mustapha said the recognition sent a clear message that the community valued those who rose by merit, not manipulation, and those who worked their way up, not schemed their way up.
He urged young people to look carefully at Hadison’s story, which was built on preparation, patience, and persistence, and not on shortcuts or sudden breakthroughs. He told Hadison that his greatest impact would be on the lives of young people who would believe that hard work still counts, and encouraged him to pass on the lessons he had gathered to the next generation.
He encouraged Hadison to pass on the lessons he had gathered to the next generation, describing it as a gift they deserved. He also commended the Mombol community for organising the event, noting that no government policy could replace the importance of communities valuing honour and celebrating their own. He added that such gatherings set standards for others to follow by lifting up good examples.
“ Comptroller Haniel Hadison is not a man who shouts about his achievements. He has spent the better part of three decades doing his work, moving from one assignment to another, building a record that speaks for itself. No drama, no headlines — just consistent effort. I have taken time to look through his journey — from his enlistment in the Nigeria Customs Service in 1994 to his present role at the Headquarters.
“What strikes me most is not the number of degrees or certificates he has gathered, impressive as they are. It is the pattern of his life: whenever he was given a task, he completed it. Whenever he was offered a chance to learn, he took it. And whenever he was called to lead, he led by example.
“There is a discipline that runs through his story — the kind of discipline that does not announce itself but leaves a quiet, undeniable mark. It is easy to admire success when it is wrapped in glamour. But the real test of character is success that is built quietly, over many years, often away from public attention. That is what we are celebrating today.
“ I am proud that a son of Mombol has carried himself with such sense and honour. And I am even prouder that his community has found it fit to recognise him while he is still active in service. Recognition like this sends a clear message — that we still value those who rise by merit, not manipulation; those who work their way up, not scheme their way up. To the young people sitting here today, let me say this: look carefully at the man we are honouring. His story is not one of shortcuts or sudden breakthroughs. It is a story of preparation, patience, and persistence. These are the tools that still open doors in life, even when the world seems to reward noise and shortcuts.
“ To Comptroller Hadison, let me say this: you have done well. But your greatest impact may not even be in the titles you have earned or the awards you have received. It will be in the lives of the young men and women who, because of you, will believe that hard work still counts. I encourage you to find ways to pass on the lessons you have gathered — formally or informally. You owe the next generation that gift.
“Finally, to the Mombol community, I commend you for organising this. No government policy can substitute for communities that value honour and celebrate their own. When we gather like this to lift up good examples, we are also setting a standard for others to follow”.
The ceremony was attended by prominent dignitaries, including Speaker of the Adamawa State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Bathiya Wesley, Tol Huba HRM Alheri Bulus Nyako, and other notable figures such as General Haldu Hananiya, former Minister Dr Aliyu Idi Hong, and the Member representing Gombi/Hong at the National Assembly.
The event showcased the rich cultural heritage of the Huba people, with traditional troupes performing in honor of the esteemed guest.
