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Tinubu mourns Deputy Comptroller of Customs Etop Essien

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5 months ago

June 26, 2024

Salif Atojoko

President Bola Tinubu receives the news of the passing of Mr Etop Essien, the Deputy Comptroller in charge of revenue at the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), with profound sadness.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, in a statement on Tuesday, said the President extended his condolences to the family of Essien.

He described Essien’s passing while on an official assignment as most distressing.

NEWSVERGE reports that Essien passed away shortly after showing signs of discomfort during a presentation before the National Assembly House Committee on Public Accounts, on Tuesday.

“The President also commiserates with the Comptroller General of Customs, Mr Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, as well as the officers, men, and women of the Nigeria Customs Service.

“The President prays for the repose of the soul of the deceased officer and comfort for his family,” said the statement.

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