CGC Adeniyi Unveils WASA Built On Reclaimed Land at Western Marine Command ‎

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has officially commissioned a sports arena built in his name by the Western Marine Command of the Nigeria Customs Service.

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‎The arena, the 'Wale Adeniyi Sports Arena' (WASA) with state-of-the-art facilities is part of NCS Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives. Built on a reclaimed piece of land which hitherto was occupied by hoodlums, miscreants and other illegal occupants and some non state actor.

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At the commissioning ceremony, CGC Adeniyi who was accompanied by Senior officers of the service and other Controllers within the Zone 'A' emphasized the importance of physical fitness and wellbeing for Customs officers and stakeholders, saying, “Our jobs are demanding, and it is necessary that we maintain the right work balance. This is why we encourage all officers to keep fit. I do mine each time I have the time in Abuja. Most Saturday mornings, you will not find me in bed. I’m out trying to keep fit."

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‎He noted that the arena is not limited to the Western Marine Command slone but will be open to personnel from neighbouring commands, including PTML, Tin Can, and Apapa. “It is built for us to use, for it to be utilised. We must take advantage of this facility so we can all remain physically and mentally fit,” he added.

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CGC Adeniyi also highlighted the Service’s commitment to community development, citing the recent inauguration of a full-size football arena in Kebbi State. He thanked the host community for their cooperation, saying, “We’ve had issues with them before, but I’m happy that there is now some rapport and understanding between us. This is why we can implement the projects we are undertaking here.”

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‎Earlier in his welcome address, the Controller of the Western Marine Command, Comptroller PN Ntadi, described the sports arena as a deliberate investment in peace, security, and community empowerment. "The commissioning of this facility underscores the importance the Nigeria Customs Service places on community development, youth empowerment and sustainable peace through the Customs cares initiative” he said.

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‎The commissioning event concluded with a call for the arena to become a hub of unity, talent development, and positive transformation within the community. CGC Adeniyi dedicated the facility to the health, fitness, and wellbeing of all personnel, emphasizing that a strong, alert, and united workforce is essential for Customs to fulfil its national mandate.

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