An officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), ASC II Ahmed Usman, was, on Sunday, killed after members of the dreaded Islamic sect, Boko Haram, attacked the Borno/Yobe command of the service.
In a press statement by the service public relations officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, the service with the support of the Nigerian Army successfully repelled the attack on the facility by the insurgents.
According to Maiwada, the Comptroller General of the Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, commiserated with the family of the deceased, saying the command remained resolute and united, ensuring the safety and security of the nation’s borders.
The statement read, “In a valiant stand against suspected Boko Haram insurgents, the NCS, with timely reinforcement from the Nigerian Army, thwarted an attack on the Customs Office in Geidam town, Yobe State, demonstrating 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.
“During this harrowing encounter, Assistant Superintendent of Customs II Ahmed Usman, born on April 2, 1983, and a dedicated NCS member since February 24, 2009, tragically paid the ultimate sacrifice. He hailed from Pindiga Town, Akko Local Government Area in Gombe State, leaving behind a grieving wife and five children, three boys and two girls.
“The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, alongside the entire NCS fraternity, extends heartfelt condolences to the family of ASC II Ahmed Usman, the NCS Borno/Yobe Area Command, and the Government of Gombe State for the loss of this heroic and devoted individual in the line of duty.”
The Customs boss, however, expressed gratitude for the unwavering solidarity and cooperation extended to the NCS by the Nigerian Army, Sister Agencies, and the good people of Yobe State
“Furthermore, the CGC expressed gratitude for the unwavering solidarity and cooperation extended to the NCS by the Nigerian Army, Sister Agencies, and the good people of Yobe State under the leadership of His Excellency Mai Mala Buni, the Executive Governor.
“He emphasized the crucial role of community engagement in the shared pursuit of safety and security, urging all citizens to contribute to these collective endeavors actively.
“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,” the statement read.
