The Comptroller-General of Nigeria Customs Service Colonel Hameed Ali (retired) has expressed sadness over an unfortunate customs operation accident that resulted in the death of fellow Nigerians and injuries to others.
This was contained in a statement issued by Deputy Comptroller Joseph Attah, Public Relations Officer of the Customs, in Abuja.
According to the statement, “the Comptroller-General of Customs Col. Hameed Ibrahim Ali (Rtd) and the entire staff of Nigeria Customs Service are deeply saddened by the unfortunate operation accident that resulted in the death of fellow Nigerians and injuries to others.
“As a responsible government agency, we are mindful of the duty of care imposed upon us to ensure the safety of our citizens. Unfortunately, our efficiency is sometimes undermined by unanticipated failures in our equipment as in this case which was caused by brake failure resulting in the death of eight fellow Nigerians and injuries to others at the border town of Jibiya, Katsina State.
“Nigeria Customs Service shares in the pains of losing these compatriots and extends heartfelt condolences to the immediate families of the deceased, Government, and the people of Katsina State. The Service is doing all it takes to get the best treatment possible for the injured and will do what it can to ameliorate the pains of those who lost their loved ones.
“Even though human actions cannot always keep society accident-free, the CGC has already directed a holistic investigation into the incident with a view to preventing a reoccurrence of this unfortunate accident in the future.
“Nigeria Customs Service, therefore, calls on all well-meaning Nigerians to show understanding of the situation and offer words or actions that can help heal those in pain. As a service, our hearts and prayers go to the families of the bereaved and those in hospitals.”
Leave a Reply