Adeniyi Breaks Ground for 30-Bed Ultra-modern Reference Hospital in Bauchi
The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on Monday, 8 July 2024, performed the groundbreaking ceremony for a 30-bed ultra-modern reference hospital donated by Abdul Samad Rabiu (ASR) Initiative for Africa in Bauchi.
In a statement by the National Public Relations Officer of Customs, CSC Abdullahi Maiwada, the Custom boss expressed gratitude to the ASR Initiative for their generous contribution, emphasising the project’s significance in enhancing the welfare of customs officers and the local community.
“We are happy to be a recipient of this great project. It will immensely help our officers and the entire community,” he said.
The Chief Executive Officer of the ASR Initiative, Dr. Ubong Udoh, extended his appreciation to Adeniyi for registering his commitment to the cause by attending the ceremony.
While highlighting the enduring partnership between the ASR Initiative and the NCS, Udoh noted that the limitless potential of their collaborative efforts “can achieve as partners is limitless”.
A member epresenting the local community, Hon. Dutse Tanko, thanked the CGC for supporting the NCS office in Bauchi. He acknowledged the Service’ positive impact on security and other local issues.
He said: “The community and state at large appreciate the presence of the NCS. This hospital will allow our people who lack the means to access other medical facilities to receive necessary healthcare. We appeal for more of such Corporate Social Responsibilities.”
In a separate engagement, the CGC addressed the officers and men serving in Zone D Headquarters, Bauchi/Gombe Area Command and Federal Operations Unit Zone D charging them to prize continuous learning in favour of the opportunities the future holds.
“I am here to encourage you to do more by effectively discharging the statutory functions of NCS in this Zone. Make sure you utilise the opportunity at your disposal to improve yourselves intellectually in preparation for future challenges. “
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