The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the promotion of 1,419 junior officers, marking a significant milestone in the agency’s commitment to rewarding excellence and enhancing operational efficiency.
The decision, approved during the 10th Management meeting held on November 29, 2024, was presided over by the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR. This landmark move reflects the NCS’s dedication to fostering career growth and recognizing the contributions of its personnel across various ranks.
The promoted officers are expected to bring renewed vigor to their roles, further strengthening the service’s mission to safeguard the nation’s borders and facilitate trade.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has elevated 1,419 junior officers across various ranks following the 2024 promotion exercise, highlighting its commitment to recognizing excellence and fostering career growth.
The promotion list features both General Duty and Support Staff officers. A total of 346 General Duty and 384 Support Staff officers ascended from Assistant Inspector of Customs (AIC) to Inspector of Customs (IC), while 4 General Duty and 13 Support Staff officers advanced from Customs Assistant I (CAI) to AIC.
Further advancements saw 372 General Duty and 59 Support Staff officers promoted from Customs Assistant II (CAII) to CAI, and 188 General Duty alongside 54 Support Staff officers elevated from Customs Assistant III (CAIII) to CAII.
This sweeping promotion exercise reflects the NCS’s dedication to rewarding hard work and enhancing the efficiency of its workforce, further solidifying its role in national economic and security operations.
The promotion of 1,419 junior officers by the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) reflects the transformative leadership of Comptroller General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR. Under his visionary stewardship, the NCS has embraced career growth as a cornerstone of workforce motivation, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
This strategic move not only recognizes the dedication of the officers but also empowers them to reach their full potential, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to exceptional service delivery. By prioritizing professional development, CGC Adeniyi’s administration is setting a new benchmark for organizational success and operational efficiency in the NCS.
Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the 1,419 newly promoted junior officers, encouraging them to intensify their efforts in advancing the Service’s core mandates: revenue generation, smuggling suppression, and trade facilitation.
Acknowledging their achievements, the CGC emphasized that these promotions signify both recognition and responsibility, urging the officers to exemplify dedication and excellence in their duties.
Meanwhile, the promotion list for senior officers is under review and awaiting approval by the Nigeria Customs Service Board, signaling the continuation of the Service’s commitment to rewarding outstanding performance across all ranks.
ABDULLAHI MAIWADA
Chief Superintendent of Customs
National Public Relations Officer
For Comptroller General of Customs
18 December 2024
