BREAKING: Customs Officer Passes Away During Reps Investigative Hearing

Breaking: Customs Officer Passes Away During Reps Investigative Hearing

A senior officer of the Nigerian Customs Service (name withheld) has passed away at the National Assembly clinic in Abuja.

The deceased was attending a session of the Public Accounts Committee of the House of Representatives for questioning in an ongoing probe of revenue-generating agencies and government parastatals.

He reportedly collapsed while fielding questions from committee members. Despite being rushed to the National Assembly clinic, he unfortunately did not survive.

A statement by House spokesman Akin Rotimi read in part, “It is with deep sadness and regret that we confirm the passing of an esteemed official of the Nigeria Customs Service who was at the National Assembly for an engagement with a House Committee. The official developed sudden health complications. Despite the immediate and diligent efforts of first responders and medical personnel at the National Assembly Clinic, he unfortunately passed away.”

The statement added that, out of respect for the family, the deceased’s name would be withheld for now. The House extended its condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.

“Out of respect for the family, the official’s name will not be disclosed at this time. The House of Representatives extends its heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the deceased during this difficult time. We recognize the significant contributions he made to the Nigeria Customs Service and our nation.”

The House pledged to support efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and to cooperate fully with relevant authorities to ensure all necessary protocols are followed. Speaker Tajudeen Abbas expressed his condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a dedicated public servant. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.”

“Further information will be provided as it becomes available. We ask for patience and respect for the privacy of the family during this period of mourning,” the statement concluded.