Tijanni Abe Retires After 35 Years with Nigeria Customs
Tijanni Abe, the Deputy Comptroller-General (DCG) in-charge of Human Resource and Development at the Nigeria Customs Service, retired after 35 years of dedicated service. A retirement ceremony was held at the Nigeria Customs Service Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, where members of the management team gathered to pay tribute.
Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi led the tributes, commending DCG Abe for his integrity, calm demeanor, and habit of expressing gratitude. Adeniyi emphasized that Abe's character and leadership style were defined by warmth rather than authority.
Senior officers echoed these sentiments, highlighting Abe's courage, humility, and mentorship throughout his career. In response, DCG Abe expressed gratitude to God, the Comptroller-General, and his colleagues for their support over the years.
The event underscored the bonds formed within the service, which continue beyond retirement.
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