The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has honoured its outgoing Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Bolaji Lukman Adigun, FSM, following his redeployment to the Port Harcourt Area II Command, Onne Port.

The farewell ceremony, attended by officers, men and stakeholders of the Command, featured glowing tributes, goodwill messages and expressions of appreciation for Adigun’s leadership, dedication and commitment to duty during his tenure.

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This was disclosed in a press statement issued on November 10, 2026, by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs Victor Ogagbor.

Speaking at the occasion, the Acting Comptroller of Customs, Western Marine Command, Deputy Comptroller Thomas Jonah, reflected on the professional experience and valuable lessons he gained while serving under Adigun, who previously supervised him as Deputy Comptroller of Administration.

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Jonah commended the outgoing Acting Controller’s leadership qualities, professionalism and contributions to the Service, while praying for his continued career advancement, success and greater accomplishments in the Nigeria Customs Service.

Other senior officers and stakeholders also paid glowing tributes to Adigun, acknowledging his contributions to the Command and appreciating his leadership, dedication and commitment to effective service delivery.

They equally offered prayers for God’s continued guidance, strength and wisdom as he takes up his new assignment and continues his career in service to the nation.

In his response, the outgoing Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller Bolaji Lukman Adigun, FSM, expressed gratitude for the warm reception and overwhelming show of goodwill.

He appreciated the officers, men and stakeholders for their cooperation, loyalty and support throughout his tenure, urging them to extend the same spirit of commitment and collaboration to the incoming Area Controller to ensure a seamless transition and sustained progress at the Command.

Adigun reaffirmed his commitment to upholding the core values and ideals of the Nigeria Customs Service, stressing his determination to continue doing what is right wherever he is called upon to serve.

The ceremony reached its climax with the presentation of a commemorative gift by the Command in recognition of his service, followed by a ceremonial cake-cutting session.

The farewell gathering provided an opportunity for officers and stakeholders to celebrate Adigun’s contributions and acknowledge his leadership as he prepares to assume his new responsibilities at the Port Harcourt Area II Command, Onne Port, with goodwill messages and expectations of greater accomplishments in his continued service to the nation.