The Enugu/Anambra/Ebonyi Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service says it has held a formal Handing Over and Taking Over Ceremony Thursday, marking the exchange of baton between the outgoing Controller, Compt. Comfort Senas Ukpanah (Retd) and Comptroller F. A. Bodunde.
This was contained in a press release made available to our Correspondent by the Command’s Public Relations officer, ASC 1, BN Udey.
In her valedictory address, the outgone, Area Controller, Comptroller Comfort Senas Ukpanah (Retd), expressed profound gratitude to the Almighty God for a fruitful and impactful tenure despite initial concerns about security upon her arrival in Enugu but noted with joy that her tenure was peaceful and devoid of major incidents.
Speaking further, Comptroller Ukpanah (Retd) highlighted a significant milestone which was the attainment of an unprecedented revenue target, a success she attributed to the dedication, professionalism, and teamwork of officers and Men of the Command even as she urged them to uphold integrity, prioritize the Service’s interests above personal gain, and sustain the collective spirit that underpinned their achievements.
On her part, the statement stated that the incoming Customs Area Controller, Comptroller FA. Bodunde has expressed delight and humility in succeeding her colleague, whom she described as ” a sister, mentor, and coach.”
She vowed to build on existing successes, aligning with the Comptroller General of Customs Comptroller Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR mantra of Collaboration, Cooperation, and Innovation.
Continuing, Comptroller Bodunde emphasized that revenue generation and trade facilitation are the Service’s foremost priorities, stressing that “the success of one is the success of all.”
She called on the officers to work in synergy, ensure transparency in records, and uphold professionalism to strengthen the command’s operational efficiency.
The statement also noted that the new Customs Area Controller, charged the officers to remain brand ambassadors of the Service by demonstrating integrity, discipline, and commitment to duty.
Showing gratitude, Comptroller Bodunde commended the Customs management for its sustained support in welfare and promotions even as she appreciated her predecessor’s laudable contributions.
Concluding, She solicited the cooperation of officers and men of the Command so as to ensure the elevation of the Command as well as achieving greater heights and enhancing its revenue profile.
By Bon Peters
