The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), led by Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi, has pledged robust support to the Organisation of Military Sports in Africa (OSMA) as it prepares for its upcoming continental sports event.
The games, scheduled from 18 to 30 November 2024, will feature military athletes from across Africa, promoting unity and athletic excellence on the continent.
During a courtesy visit to NCS Headquarters in Abuja on Tuesday, OSMA President, Major-General Maikano Abdullahi, praised Comptroller-General Adeniyi for his achievements since assuming office, acknowledging the CGC’s proactive efforts to advance the Service.
Major-General Abdullahi remarked, “We have been closely following your activities and accomplishments. We greatly appreciate the values you have added to the Service and the country at large.”
He requested logistical support from NCS to facilitate the mobility of participants, officials, and equipment for the forthcoming games, stating, “We’re counting on your support for efficient mobility services, which will be essential to the success of our event.”
In response, Comptroller-General Adeniyi congratulated Major-General Abdullahi on his recent appointment as OSMA leader, noting his dedication to enhancing military sports across Africa.
CGC Adeniyi also shared his dedication to sports, including his involvement with the Nigeria Wrestling Federation.
“Sports have an undeniable power to build relationships and foster discipline. That’s why we support our athletes and extend this support to other sport federations. Military sporting events play a vital role in strengthening ties across nations,” he said.
The CGC assured OSMA of NCS’s full support, explicitly committing to providing the necessary mobility and transportation resources for the games.
