By Nkechi Eze
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has called on officers to maintain high standards of discipline, integrity and professionalism, warning against corruption, abuse of office and actions capable of undermining the Service’s reputation.
Adeniyi gave the charge during an official visit to the NCS Training College, Ikeja, on Friday, November 7, 2026, where he also inspected critical facilities to evaluate their condition and identify areas requiring attention to improve the institution’s training capacity.
According to an official statement signed by the Acting Public Relations Officer of the College, Assistant Superintendent of Customs I, Ibrahim Isah, the Customs boss used the engagement to reflect on his career journey in the Service, highlighting dedication, discipline and commitment as essential ingredients for professional growth.
He urged officers to demonstrate punctuality, respect for lawful directives, teamwork and obedience to constituted authority, cautioning them against compromising government revenue, engaging in corrupt practices or disclosing official information without authorisation.
Adeniyi also drew attention to the need for responsible social media engagement, advising personnel to familiarise themselves with the Service’s guidelines on online conduct and avoid actions that could damage its institutional image.
He said officers must consistently uphold patriotism, integrity and professional ethics in carrying out their responsibilities, stressing that these values were fundamental to building an efficient and responsive Customs Service.
The Comptroller-General further encouraged personnel to respect Nigeria’s cultural diversity, describing mutual respect and inclusiveness as important elements of institutional unity, discipline and effective service delivery.
He reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to building a competent and professional workforce capable of advancing national security, facilitating legitimate trade, boosting revenue generation and supporting economic development.
As part of the visit, Adeniyi toured key facilities within the College, including the football field, volleyball court, tennis and table tennis facilities, kitchen and medical clinic.
The inspection was designed to assess the functionality and maintenance standards of the facilities and determine their adequacy in supporting training programmes, physical fitness activities and the general welfare of officers undergoing training.
