On Thursday, 20th October 2016, the service announced the dismissal of twenty-nine senior officers of the Nigeria Customs Service for the acts of gross misconduct. These officers are among the 44 senior officers who were punished for actions capable of compromising national economy and security.

“Comptroller-General of Customs, Col. Hammed Ali (Rtd) had made it clear upon his assumption of duties that the Service will not compromise on Corruption and Indiscipline among the officers’ corps. In line with this, the structure and process for investigation of offences was strengthened to handle cases reported promptly and professionally. “We will give all officers fair hearing in line with the principle of natural justice. We will however insist that sanctions be punitive, not only to match the offence committed, but to serve as deterrent to others.”

However, the Comptroller-General further warned officers that punitive sanctions will continue to be used to discipline officers who refuse to embrace change.

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