The Nigeria Customs Service has been shaken by a shocking incident at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos. In a bold display of misconduct, an officer was caught on camera soliciting a bribe of N5,000 from a passenger. The incident has sparked public outrage and prompted the Service to take immediate action.
Confirming the incident, Chief Superintendent of Customs and National Public Relations Officer, Mr Abdullahi Maiwada, expressed deep concern over the officer’s behavior. The Nigeria Customs Service is determined to hold its officers accountable for their actions.
The incident took place at the New Terminal within the departure hall of the airport, and the passenger managed to capture the inappropriate request on video. Maiwada emphasized that the implicated officer is indeed a member of the Nigeria Customs Service, assigned to the Murtala Mohammed International Airport Area Command.
The Nigeria Customs Service strongly condemns this unprofessional conduct and is committed to upholding the highest standards of professionalism. A comprehensive investigation is already underway to thoroughly scrutinize the incident, and appropriate actions will be taken to ensure justice prevails.
This incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to eradicate corruption and maintain integrity within the Nigeria Customs Service.
