The Nigeria Customs Service, Seme Area Command, recently witnessed a grand ceremony as 66 senior Officers, who were promoted by the Nigeria Customs Service Board during its 63rd Regular Meeting in Abuja, were decorated at the ECOWAS Complex, Joint Border Post (JBP), Seme-Krake.
The event, which took place on Thursday, 18 September 2025, was attended by Heads of sister security agencies, family members, and stakeholders.
In his address, Comptroller Wale Adenuga, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), congratulated the promoted Officers, emphasizing that their new ranks come with greater responsibility and humility.
He urged them to remain committed to the Service’s vision and work together as a team to make Seme Area Command a pride of the Nigeria Customs Service. Comptroller Adenuga also expressed his appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, and his management team for ensuring a fair and transparent promotion exercise.
The CAC praised the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, dsm, fnipr, psc, for his tireless efforts in promoting a culture of trade facilitation and enhancing the Service’s reputation.
He reiterated the Command’s commitment to supporting the Comptroller-General’s vision and continuing to engage with stakeholders to ensure the border remains a pride of the Service and the best in the West African sub-region.
On behalf of the decorated Officers, CSC Oreyeni Olufemi expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Comptroller-General of Customs, the CAC, senior Officers, families, and colleagues.
He pledged that the promoted officers would justify the confidence reposed in them and continue to contribute to the success of the Service. The ceremony was filled with an atmosphere of unity, thanksgiving, and renewed dedication to the vision of the Nigeria Customs Service.
The event was attended by Heads of sister security agencies at the JBP, including Nigeria Immigration Service, DSS, NDLEA, NAFDAC, Port Health Service, NAQS, EOD/Anti-Bomb Unit, as well as family members and stakeholders.
The presence of these dignitaries underscored the significance of the occasion and the importance of inter-agency collaboration.
The promoted Officers were drawn from various cadres and had demonstrated exceptional dedication, hard work, and commitment to the Service.
The ceremony served as a testament to the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to recognizing and rewarding excellence and promoting a culture of meritocracy.
The Seme Area Command’s celebration of the promotion of 66 senior officers marked a significant milestone in the Service’s history, highlighting the importance of teamwork, dedication, and hard work.
As the Officers begin their new roles, they are expected to bring their expertise and experience to bear in enhancing the Service’s operations and reputation.
In a statement, I Sulaiman, Chief Superintendent of Customs and Public Relations Officer, noted that the promotion of the 66 senior officers was a well-deserved recognition of their contributions to the Service.
He emphasized that the ceremony was a celebration of the officers’ achievements and a testament to the Service’s commitment to promoting a culture of excellence and meritocracy.
