In a display of unwavering courage, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) successfully defended its Customs Office in Geidam town, Yobe State, against an attempted attack by suspected Boko Haram insurgents.
Gatekeepers News reports that the National Public Relations Officer , Abdullahi Maiwada in a statement on Sunday through the service official X handle, revealed that the facility faced a formidable threat but was resolutely protected, saving the compound and the lives of officers and their families.
During this brave encounter, Assistant Superintendent of Customs II Ahmed Usman, a dedicated NCS member since February 24, 2009, sadly paid the ultimate sacrifice. Hailing from Pindiga Town, Akko Local Government Area in Gombe State, he left behind a grieving wife and five children.
The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, alongside the entire NCS community, extends heartfelt condolences to Ahmed Usman’s family, the NCS Borno/Yobe Area Command, and the Government of Gombe State.
Furthermore, the CGC expressed gratitude for the unwavering solidarity and cooperation extended to the NCS by the Nigerian Army, Sister Agencies, and the people of Yobe State, under the leadership of Governor Mai Mala Buni.
He emphasised the essential role of community engagement in shared efforts to ensure safety and security, urging all citizens to actively contribute to these collective endeavors.
The statement reads;
“1. In a valiant stand against suspected Boko Haram insurgents, the Nigeria Customs Service (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.
“2. 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.
“3. The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, 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.
“4. 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.
“5. 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.
“6. 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.”
