Nigeria Customs Service Launch Investigation Into Viral Video Of Booing Tincan Island Port Officer
IKEJA – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched an investigation into two viral videos circulating on social media, showing the Assistant Commissioner, A.M.S Isa being embarrassed and hosted by clearing agents at the Tincan Island Port Area Command.
Our correspondent gathered that the first video appears to show the officer being subjected to hostility, while the second video shows a contrasting scenario where the same officer is warmly received by the agents.
In a statement issued and made available to journalists through the National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada revealed that the NCS has taken the incidents seriously and initiated an investigation to ensure impartiality and thoroughness.
He said the Customs Police Unit is reviewing the videos, gathering statements from the officer, and engaging relevant stakeholders.
The statement reads in parts “The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is aware of two separate videos circulating on social media involving one of its officers and clearing agents at Car Park C Terminal under the Tincan Island Port Area Command.
“The first video captures an incident in which the officer was subjected to what seems like an embarrassment and hostility. In contrast, the second shows a contrasting scenario in which agents warmly received the same officer.”
“It is pertinent to note that the NCS takes these incidents very seriously. Following standard protocol, the service has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding both videos. To ensure impartiality and thoroughness, the Customs Police Unit has been saddled to review the videos, gather statements from the officer in question, and engage relevant stakeholders associated with these incidents.”
“In line with the NCS Act 2023 Section 30, the NCS upholds its commitment to a transparent and accountable process. It is important to note that any individual found to be in contravention of NCS regulations—including clearing agents, officers, or other involved parties—will be held accountable under the law and appropriate measures pursued to serve as a deterrent.”
“The NCS is committed to creating a safe and conducive environment for legitimate trade and commerce to thrive across all its formations.”
The NCS, therefore, reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that anyone found contravening its regulations will be held accountable and appropriate measures taken as a deterrent.
The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, assured the public that appropriate action will be taken based on the investigation’s findings. He urged all parties to conduct their activities responsibly and professionally.
