Pledges Welfare Boost for Retired Management Team
ZAINAB JUNAID
In a heartfelt address, Comptroller-General of Customs Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has reassured retirees of the Nigeria Customs Service(NCS) a comprehensive measures to elevate their welfare with a plan to integrate them into the Nigeria Customs Service's healthcare programs.
The CGC emphasized his commitment to sustaining bonds beyond
active service at a momentous gathering organized at the Customs Corporate
Headquarters in Abuja on Saturday, 25 November 2023, where retired Management
Team members of the Service celebrated a shared legacy of diligence and
commitment.
Adeniyi further disclosed ongoing discussions with the
Minister of Finance to champion a bill establishing a dedicated Pension Scheme,
saying, "This strategic initiative reflects foresight in securing the
financial future of leaders within the Nigeria Customs Service."
The CGC underscored the significance of the reunion,
stating, “Today marks a momentous occasion as we come together for the
first-ever reunion of Customs' seasoned leaders.”
He emphasized the wealth of knowledge within the room and
the need to strengthen the roots connecting the past, present, and future of
the Nigeria Customs Service.
Highlighting the retirees' significant contributions,
Adeniyi emphasized crafting customized programs for seamless collaboration,
ensuring the service continues to benefit from their expertise. He described
the gathering as a definitive avenue for connecting with successful leaders who
have played pivotal roles in shaping the organization.
Optimistic about the impact of the reunion, the CGC
expressed confidence that their coming together would contribute to greater
efficiency, enhanced regulatory compliance, and stable economic development
goals for the country.
“I am confident that
with your continued support and guidance, we will overcome challenges and
achieve greater heights.” He noted.
Those present at the occasion included the immediate past
Comptroller-General of Customs, Col. Ahmed Ali (retired), Dr. Abubakar Musa,
Bernard Nwadialo, and a former sole administrator, Major-General SOG Ango
(retired). Many retired Deputy Comptroller-Generals of Customs and Assistant
Comptroller-Generals of Customs were also in attendance.
