The Nigeria Customs Service announced on Sunday that its operatives successfully thwarted an attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents on its office in Geidam, Yobe State.
According to The PUNCH, the National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service, Abdullahi Maiwada, stated that the operation to counter the insurgents was executed in conjunction with a timely reinforcement from the Nigerian Army.
He also stated that the attack did come at a cost, as an Assistant Superintendent of Customs II, Ahmed Usman, lost his life in the line of duty.
The Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, and other members of the service extended their condolences to the family of the deceased personnel.
As he commended the army for their assistance, Adeniyi asked Nigerians to contribute to the critical role of community participation in the common goal of safety and security.
According to the statement, the Customs chief expressed gratitude for the Nigerian Army, sister agencies, and Yobe State’s ongoing solidarity and collaboration with the service.
“In memory of ASC II Ahmed Usman and the face of adversity, the Nigeria Customs Service stands strong, resolute, and united, ensuring the safety and security of the nation’s borders,” Adeniyi stated.
He said the collaborative efforts between the service and the army showed “unwavering courage and resilience against the enemies of the state. The Customs office faced a formidable threat but was bravely defended, safeguarding the facility and the families of fellow officers and men.”
