The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has honoured the retirement of one of its senior officers, Deputy Comptroller-General Dera Nnadi (Rtd), celebrating his distinguished career and contributions to the Service and the nation.
The colourful ceremony, held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the NCS Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, brought together members of the Service’s management team, senior officers, family members, and well-wishers to pay tribute to the retiring officer’s impactful years in public service.
The event was particularly symbolic as it coincided with DCG Nnadi’s 60th birthday, turning the occasion into both a retirement send-off and a milestone birthday celebration.
Leading the tributes, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, described Nnadi as an exemplary officer whose professionalism, discipline, and dedication to duty strengthened the operational efficiency and institutional values of the Nigeria Customs Service.
According to the CGC, the retirement ceremony was not only an opportunity to celebrate a successful career but also a moment to appreciate the sacrifices made by officers who dedicate their lives to protecting the nation’s economic and border security interests.
“Today is a moment of celebration and reflection. It is also an opportunity for us to thank Almighty God for the grace that has sustained our colleague throughout his years of service,” Adeniyi said.
The CGC also highlighted the strong personal and professional bond he shares with the retired officer, noting that their relationship extends beyond official engagements to family ties. He expressed confidence that Nnadi still has the capacity and experience to continue contributing to national development through academic and professional pursuits.
Members of the Service’s management team also paid glowing tributes to the retired DCG, commending his leadership, integrity, and commitment to mentoring younger officers. Many who served under him described him as a dependable leader whose guidance helped strengthen the institutional capacity of the Service.
In his response, DCG Dera Nnadi (Rtd) expressed gratitude to the Comptroller-General, the management team, and officers and men of the Service for their support and cooperation throughout his career.
He described his journey in the Nigeria Customs Service as fulfilling, noting that his years in the Service were marked by growth, learning, and a deep sense of national duty.
The ceremony featured the presentation of awards, gift items, and commemorative photographs in honour of the distinguished officer, marking the end of a remarkable chapter in his service to the nation.
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