CGC Adeniyi identifies sports as a powerful tool for promoting discipline, teamwork in paramilitary organisation

CGC Adeniyi identifies sports as a powerful tool for promoting discipline, teamwork in paramilitary organisation

The Comptroller General of Customs, CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has said that the Service as an organisation gives important attention to Sports because of the values it instils in people, especially self-discipline.

He emphasised that Sports can serve as a powerful tool for promoting discipline and teamwork, which are essential qualities for success in any organisation, especially in the paramilitaries.

The CGC made this known when he received the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), led by Habu Gumel, on Monday, May 27, 2024, at Customs headquarters in Abuja.

CGC Adeniyi stressed that fitness is paramount, not only in Sports but also in a paramilitary organisation like Nigeria Customs Service, NCS. He pointed out; “Being physically fit enhances performance, resilience and overall health, which are all crucial for carrying out duties effectively. It is not difficult for Service members to identify as members of the Sports fraternity in different forms”.

“As a responsive organisation, we believe that Sports management is also about talents management, identifying talents, nurturing them, giving them the right exposure because they do not only represent and win but also bring values to the community that produces them”.

The CGC, while addressing the delegation from Nigeria Olympic Committee, recognises the importance and worth of the committee and its role in promoting Olympic spirit both nationally and internationally. He further acknowledged their contributions to fostering a collaborative and supportive sports community.

In his remarks, the NOC President, Habu Gumel, expressed his gratitude and saw it a great privilege to be part of the delegation. He applauded Customs commitment to supporting and collaborating with the International Olympic community to ensure that talents are identified in Nigeria, qualified persons are being prepared, trained and pushed on the global space.

According to Gumel, the meeting with CGC Adeniyi aimed at looking at opportunities and scholarships for young athletes to showcase their skills and talents.

Habu Gumel said; “The National Olympic Committee in Nigeria is responsible for coordinating and supporting Nigerian competitors in Olympic Games. It is also the body responsible for Nigeria’s representation at the Commonwealth Games.”