In a renewed drive to enhance the well-being and operational readiness of its personnel, the Nigeria Customs Service, Kebbi Area Command, has reintroduced routine medical check-ups and weekly fitness exercises for officers and men of the Command.
The initiative, which commenced on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at the Command’s premises, was flagged off by the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Chidi Chukwumeziri Nwokorie.
Speaking at the event, Comptroller Nwokorie said the initiative was in line with the vision of the Comptroller-General of Customs to promote a healthy workforce through an effective work-life balance.
According to him, the programme is designed not just to boost the morale of personnel but also to ensure that officers are medically fit to tackle the rigours of anti-smuggling operations and other statutory duties.
“The exercise should not be seen as a task officers are compelled to do, but as a necessary health mandate to keep track of one’s medical status and prevent unforeseen health issues,” he said.
He disclosed that the medical check-ups will now hold bi-weekly, while fitness training has been made mandatory every week for all officers and men under the Command.
The exercise also featured various sporting activities including football, basketball, and table tennis, aimed at encouraging team spirit and physical fitness among personnel.
