Nigeria Customs Service Addresses Old Video of Shooting Incident
Kathy Kyari
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a statement to clarify a video currently circulating on social media, which depicts a shooting incident involving Customs operatives.
According to the NCS, the footage is not recent, as some online platforms have suggested, but dates back to Sunday, 17 February 2019.
In a statement issued by the Customs National Public Relations Officer, AC Abdullahi Maiwada,on Tuesday, 3rd June 2025, the NCS emphasized that the matter was addressed at the time.
“Following the ugly occurrence at the Shagamu Interchange in Ogun State, the Service took immediate steps to address the situation in line with its internal procedures. A public statement was issued at the time, and a disciplinary panel was established to investigate the matter thoroughly. At the end of the process, appropriate sanctions were applied, including the dismissal of the officers found culpable,” the statement read.
The Service reiterated its commitment to professionalism and accountability, stressing that it does not tolerate misconduct among its personnel.
“It is pertinent to reiterate that the NCS is a statutory government agency guided by rules of engagement and, therefore, will not condone any misconduct from its personnel. While the video may have resurfaced unexpectedly, the issue had been conclusively addressed, and justice was served in accordance with the Service’s regulations,” it stated.
Addressing public concern over the video’s resurfacing, the NCS urged Nigerians to refrain from spreading misleading information.
“We urge citizens to avoid spreading misleading content and instead seek accurate information through NCS official channels. We deeply value the vigilance and feedback of Nigerians and reaffirm our commitment to delivering professional, accountable service while upholding the principles of integrity and respect for human dignity,” the Service added.
The statement also highlighted ongoing reforms under the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR. It noted that efforts to improve internal controls and personnel training continue to reflect the NCS’s dedication to transparency and rule of law.
"This is evident in the strategic measures implemented to strengthen internal controls and capacity building through targeted training programs for personnel. These efforts underscore the Service’s resolve to build trust, ensure integrity, and sustain mutually rewarding partnerships with the public,” the NCS stated.
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