ACG Dangaladima Hands Over to Oloyede as New Zonal Coordinator NCS Zone ‘B’
By Hussaina Yakubu
December 05, 2024
The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) hosted a sendforth and handing-over ceremony to bid farewell to Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) Sambo Dangaladima, the outgoing Zonal Coordinator of Zone ‘B’, and welcome his successor, ACG Adekunle Oloyede.
ACG Dangaladima in his farewell remarks, expressed gratitude for the cooperation and dedication of officers in Zone ‘B’.
He praised the courage and hard work of the area controllers and officers, highlighting their commitment to duty and teamwork.
Describing Zone ‘B’ as a vast yet manageable jurisdiction, Dangaladima noted that his experience in the zone was both fulfilling and impactful.
Dangaladima thanked the officers and controllers for their support during his tenure, urging them to extend the same cooperation to ACG Oloyede.
He described the sendforth ceremony as a testament to the strong bonds formed during his time in Zone ‘B’ and encouraged officers to continue prioritizing peace, hard work, and excellence.
He also welcomed a visionary new coordinator who is ready to steer the zone towards even greater achievements.
Officers who spoke during the event described Dangaladima as an approachable, hospitable, and intelligent leader known for his integrity, open-door policy, and boldness in addressing issues.
They commended his leadership style, which fostered collaboration and unity, and prayed for his success in his new posting to Zone ‘C’.
During the ceremony, Dangaladima presented awards to officers recognized for their dedication and excellent service. Among the awardees were:
He said ,these awards underscored Dangaladima’s emphasis on recognizing and motivating officers for exceptional contributions.
In an interview shortly after the handing over ceremony,ACG Adekunle Oloyede, the new Zonal Coordinator Zone “B” has pledged to build on existing rules and improve value in the region’s operations.
ACG Oloyede noted that many of the controllers in the zone have exemplary track records, having worked with him in various capacities.
He described his posting to Kaduna as a blessing, emphasizing that it deepens his connection to Nigeria’s diverse regions.
He expressed gratitude to the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC) for the opportunity to serve in the northern part of the country, despite his Yoruba background.
The ACG announced plans to deploy a robust feedback mechanism to enhance operational efficiency and urged officers to adhere to the “seven golden rules of C’s” to surpass the achievements of his predecessor.
He emphasized the need for openness, teamwork, and deploying technology to mitigate risks and enhance service delivery.
He said ,he is a data-driven leader, who pledged to work inclusively, promising to maintain an open-door policy and prioritize emotional intelligence in leadership.
“I urge officers to add value to the service, embrace feedback, and operate with a sense of responsibility for greater success,” Oloyede said.
He assured officers of a collaborative environment and encouraged them to support him in achieving the zone’s goals.
He also commended Dangaladima, for his enforcement expertise and urged him to blend his revenue and enforcement experience for continued success.
While encouraging the team to maintain high performance standards.(NAN)