The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command of the Nigeria Customs Service was filled with joy and celebration as officers, men and stakeholders gathered to honour and bid farewell to the outgoing Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Bolaji Lukman Adigun, FSM, following his posting to Port Harcourt Area II Command, Onne Port.
The event was marked by glowing tributes, goodwill messages and expressions of appreciation for his leadership, dedication and commitment to service during his tenure at the Command.
Speaking at the occasion, the Acting Comptroller, Western Marine Command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Thomas Jonah, reflected on the invaluable professional lessons and experiences gained while serving under DC Adigun as Deputy Comptroller of Administration. He commended his leadership qualities and prayed for his continued elevation, success and progress in the Nigeria Customs Service.
Other senior officers and stakeholders also took turns to celebrate the outgoing Acting CAC, acknowledging his contributions to the Command and expressing appreciation for his leadership and commitment.
They offered prayers for God’s continued guidance, strength and enablement as he advances in his career and service to the nation.
In his response, the outgoing Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Bolaji Lukman Adigun, FSM, expressed profound gratitude for the warm reception and show of goodwill.
He appreciated the officers, men and stakeholders for their cooperation and support throughout his tenure, while urging them to extend the same spirit of loyalty, cooperation and unwavering support to the incoming Area Controller to ensure a smooth transition and sustained progress of the Command.
He further assured them of his continued commitment to upholding the ideals of the Service and doing what is right wherever duty calls.
The celebration reached its high point with the presentation of a commemorative gift by the Command in recognition of his service, followed by a ceremonial cake-cutting session.
The occasion was a fitting tribute to a leader whose tenure left lasting impressions on colleagues and stakeholders, as he moves on to his new assignment at Port Harcourt Area II Command, Onne Port, with renewed expectations and best wishes for greater accomplishments.