CUSTOMS OYO/OSUN
COMMAND MOURNS PASSING OF SC KABIRU TIJANI , FAMILY
Babatunde Aremu
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Oyo/Osun Area Command, has announced the tragic demise of Superintendent of Customs (SC) Kabiru Tijani, his beloved wife, and their four children.
A press statement issued by the command’s Public Relations officer , Kayode Wey said the heartbreaking incident occurred in the early hours of Monday December the 2nd 2024, at approximately 3:00 am when a fire engulfed their residence in Ede, Osun State.
SC Kabiru Tijani, who served as the Officer in Charge of Operations at the Command, was a dedicated officer. His unwavering commitment to duty, particularly in coordinating and executing successful anti-smuggling operations, greatly contributed to the success of the Command. His wife, an active member of the Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA) Oyo/Osun Chapter, was equally admired for her contributions to the welfare of the Customs community.
The command urged the public to disregard any unfounded reports about the unfortunate incident with a promise to provide support to the bereaved extended family, the lone child survivor and to further investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident.
The Customs Area Comptroller, Dr Ben Oramalugo, on behalf of the Officers and Men of the Oyo/Osun Area Command, deeply commiserate with the family and friends of the deceased. He further appreciates the prayers and support from the members of the public.
SC Kabiru Tijani and his family have since been laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites.