The Comptroller-General of Customs, CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has led officers on 6.6 Kilometers endurance walk at the iconic Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, on Saturday morning of 6 January 2024.
This was made known in it’s a statement posted on X, formerly Twitter handle on Sunday, adding it inspected ongoing construction projects along Abuja airport road.
In a remarkable display of commitment to both personal well-being and the success of the Nigeria Customs Service,
The statement said this fitness initiative, a recurrent practice for the CGC, underlined Adeniyi’s commitment to unify the requested of a concerted efforts of customs profession with the imperative of maintaining physical and mental health.
Speaking with newsmen,Adeniyi identified thele importance of such exercises for himself and his officers, recognizing the strenuous nature of their duties, particularly in bustling urban centers.
He said, “Every weekend that I am in Abuja, we try to make it count that we really want to achieve a balance between the rigorous demands of our work and the need to stay fit to stay healthy.”
He highlighted the necessity of integrating regular physical activities into the lives of customs officers, acknowledging the daily challenges they face, including traffic congestion and family issues.
“We have to keep ourselves in a very high level of mental physical fitness. We really have to motivate ourselves,” he added.
Drawing a parallel between the distance covered during the walk and the ambitious revenue targets set for 2024, the customs boss was confident the Service’s ability to achieve its financial goals.
“If you compare the distance of 6.6 kilometers that we covered this morning with the figure of revenue which we want to generate in 2024 – and put trillion Naira behind that figure, then it means we have achieved our revenue targets for 2024.”
“CGC Adeniyi’s unwavering commitment to fostering a healthy work-life balance not only exemplifies his leadership but also sets a precedent for a thriving and resilient Nigeria Customs Service in the year 2024.”
Commenting on the well-being of the officers and men of the Service, the CGC has maintained his commitment to strengthen their welfare through a comprehensive infrastructure initiative.
This ambitious project, located close to Namadi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, is characterized by residential buildings, offices, schools, worship centers, officers’ mess, and a shopping mall, and is strategically designed to accommodate over 2500 officers working in Abuja.
Speaking on the project, Adeniyi said, “Our officers dedicate themselves tirelessly to their duties, and it is our responsibility to reciprocate their dedication by ensuring they have not just adequate but befitting housing and essential social amenities. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to their well-being.”
He also stressed that the multifaceted project aligns with his broader agenda to remodel and boost the overall working conditions within the Nigeria Customs Service.
Adeniyi said that the inclusion of educational facilities, worship centers, and recreational spaces reflects a holistic approach to fostering a supportive community for customs officers and their families.
He pointed out that the project takes shape, exemplifying a positive step towards elevating the living standards of those serving on the frontlines of Customs operations.
