The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has commissioned the newly renovated Christ Assembly Nursery and Primary School in Ajegunle, Lagos, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, “Customs Cares”.
The ceremony, held on Thursday, was led by the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi. He was joined by the Olumakinwa of Apapa Kingdom, Muhammed Maruf; Chairman of Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area, Fatai Ayoola; and Lagos State Commissioner for Basic Education, Jamiu Ali-Balogun.
The renovation project was executed by the Tincan Island Port Command. Speaking at the event, CGC Adeniyi described the initiative as a contribution towards improving the learning environment for pupils in the area.
According to the CGC, “Customs Cares” aims to reach 50,000 students nationwide in 2025. So far, over 10,000 pupils have benefitted, including 3,000 in Lagos State. At the commissioning, 2,000 children received items such as school uniforms, bags, shoes, and raincoats.
Adeniyi also noted that the CSR programme extends beyond education, with components focused on health care, the creative industry, potable water provision, and increased access to information and communications technology.
“Our host communities continue to play an important role in supporting the work of the Service,” he said. “In turn, we are implementing initiatives intended to enhance quality of life and promote collaboration.”
Assistant Comptroller-General Charles Orbih, Zonal Coordinator for Zone A, highlighted the importance of leadership in community engagement, while Comptroller Patience Ibrahim, head of the CSR Unit, reiterated the Service’s intention to maintain long-term relationships with host communities.
Comptroller Frank Onyeka, the Area Controller overseeing the host command, acknowledged the support of various stakeholders in facilitating the school renovation.
The event also featured cultural performances by pupils, followed by a symbolic handover of learning materials and the official unveiling of the refurbished school building.
Headmistress Esther Ogunfuyi thanked the Nigeria Customs Service for its support of the school and its pupils.