By Yakubu, Salisu Kano
The Kano/Jigawa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has decorated some newly promoted senior officers, marking a significant milestone in their careers.
The ceremony, held at the Command Headquarters, was attended by Comptroller Dauda Ibrahim Chana and other top officials of the NCS.
The promoted officers, who underwent rigorous assessment and examination, demonstrated exceptional dedication, hard work, and professionalism. The Command has 216 officers duly promoted. The promotion breakdown includes:
– *DC to Comptrollers (CC):* 3
– *AC to Deputy Comptrollers (DC):* 8
– *CSC to Assistant Comptrollers (AC):* 16
Those in the Comptroller cadre will be decorated on Thursday at the Zonal Headquarters.
– *Chief Superintendent of Customs (CSC):* 22
– *Superintendent of Customs (SC):* 17
– *Deputy Superintendent of Customs (DSC):* 56
– *Assistant Superintendent of Customs I (ASCI):* 33
– *Assistant Superintendent of Customs II (ASCII):* 61
Comptroller Dauda Ibrahim Chana congratulated the newly promoted officers, urging them to continue striving for excellence, maintaining the highest levels of integrity, and upholding the esteemed traditions of the NCS.
The ceremony coincided with the celebration of International Customs Day, marked annually on January 26. The 2025 theme, “Customs Delivery on its Commitment to Efficiency, Security, and Prosperity,” highlights the crucial role of Customs in facilitating legitimate trade, safeguarding borders, and contributing to economic growth and prosperity.
The NCS joins the global Customs community in commemorating this important day, recognizing the vital contributions of Customs officials to national development.
CSC Saidu Nuruddeen
PRO Kano/Jigawa Area Command
For: Customs Area Controller