PRESS STATEMENT

NIGERIA CUSTOMS SERVICE MOURNS THE LOSS OF DEPUTY COMPTROLLER ETOP ANDREW ESSIEN

1. It is with profound sadness and a deep sense of loss that the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) announces the passing of Deputy Comptroller Etop Andrew Essien, who served as the Deputy Comptroller in charge of Revenue in the Account Unit of the service. Deputy Comptroller Essien, who was in charge of the reconciliation of revenue for the service, passed away on the 25th of June 2024 while making presentation before the National Assembly House Committee on Public Accounts.

2. During his presentation, approximately three minutes in, Deputy Comptroller Essien requested water and showed signs of discomfort. Despite immediate efforts to assist him, he unfortunately passed away.

3. Deputy Comptroller Essien was born on the 16th of November 1967 and joined the Nigeria Customs Service on the 27th of November 1989 with over three decades of service to our nation. Hailing from Nsit-Ubium in Akwa Ibom State, he was known for his diligence and exceptional service record in the Accounts Unit. His role as the DC Revenue was pivotal in ensuring the accurate reconciliation of revenue, which he performed with utmost precision and dedication.

4. The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, On behalf of the entire officers and men of the Nigeria Customs Service, extends heartfelt condolences to the family of Deputy Comptroller Essien. "The loss of such a dedicated and valued team member is deeply felt across the Service. We are committed to supporting and assisting his family and colleagues as they navigate this difficult period."

5. The CGC stated, "Our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. His exemplary service and unwavering commitment to duty will be remembered and cherished by the entire NCS community. The Nigeria Customs Service will forever remember Deputy Comptroller Essien for his outstanding contributions, his exemplary service, and his dedication to the nation. We honour his memory, and his legacy will continue to inspire us all."

6. Deputy Comptroller Essien is survived by his loving wife and children. May his soul rest in perfect peace.

Abdullahi Maiwada
Chief Superintendent of Customs
National Public Relations Officer
For: Comptroller General of Customs
25 June 2024

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May his soul RIP (if he is not corrupt)

I told they don't want to mention the name for the family sake. RIP to him and my condolence to the family

No peace for the wicked.

Rip to him, Rip too to Taofeeq the Yoruba Muslim man killed by Hausa Okada Ridders in broad daylight in Lagos, it is well

Whc water?

God does not sleep
Na dier purnishment

Do u knw d numbers of innocent pple dt have died directly and indirectly based on he's greed for public funds?
Haaah
No pity dem
Let dem die like fowls since they have decided not 2 pass bills to execute corrupt officials and politicians
These are wicked beyound ur imagination ooo

youngsahito:
No peace for the wicked.

respect the dead bro.

In your quest to make money, never neglect your health please

If you’re very ill don’t go to work even if you’ll lose that job

Remember na person wey dey alive dey hustle

Life moves on, as it will when we all eventually leave this earth.

Hmm

Life sha

Hope he didn't covet innocent Nigerians' property when he was alive,else no goodnight for him

Watch you health ooo.
May we Never be Unfortunate ooo

Did they give him the water he requested?

The Lord comfort and console the family members left behind.

Who well?

Interesting to know he joined NCS at 22.

That means graduates of nowadays are being robbed.

na wa oh

Those that support tinubu despite the evil in the land just beware

May his soul rest in peace...

What a loss!ay God Grant his family the fortitude to bear this loss! Rip

He will vomit the yams in his grave

Hmmn

Case closed! Whatever he has achieved/looted now officially belongs to his wife and children. Na dis kind wealth I dey find.

hisexcellency34:
May his soul RIP (if he is not corrupt)

You are wicked. You know quite alright they're all corrupt.

youngsahito:
No peace for the wicked.

may you nit die because of water 💦

It's advisable to always monitor your blood pressure, this cannot be overemphasized, please. The man must have been hypertensive.

TrumpDonald2:
Did they give him the water he requested?

That's the big question. And if so, did he drink it?

Our days are numbered.

Let's hope it's not reported that he died of magun with this misleading headline.

chokekachy:


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