By Adetokunbo FAKEYE
The Ag. Nigeria Customs Area Controller, Ogun I Area Command, Deputy Comptroller Olukayode Afeni has introduced a mandatory weekly exercise routine for all officers at the Ogun I Area Command.
While launching the initiative on Thursday, 15thJanuary, 3026, DC Afeni, according to a statement e-signed by the Command’s spokesman, DSC Chado Zakari stated that the initiative is a weekly exercise aligns with the Comptroller-General’s vision for a healthier, physical and mentally fit for the demands of the service and productive workforce.
The Customs boss, emphasized that the rigorous nature of Customs work-marked by long hours and fieldwork—requires a deliberate commitment to health. Only when we are healthy can we perform effectively, Afeni stated,
“The goal is to ensure every officer is physically fit and mentally sharp to serve the nation better. This isn’t a one-off event but will now be observing the exercise every Thursdays to promotes teamwork and informal interaction among personnel to strengthen discipline and service readiness.
“We are making fitness a culture here, the Command is proving that a fit team is a formidable team,” DC Afeni stated.
DC Afeni reaffirmed that officer welfare remains a top priority, urging all staff to embrace fitness as a core component of their professional lives
“The inaugural exercise included jogging, aerobics, football and Volleyball.
“Beyond physical health, the exercise is designed to reduce stress, foster camaraderie, and boost overall morale within the Command”, Zakari disclosed.
