Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Oyo/Osun Area Command has mourned the tragic demise of Superintendent of Customs (SC) Kabiru Tijani, his beloved wife, and their four children.
This heartbreaking incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, 2nd December 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.
In the wake of this incident, the Oyo/Osun Area Command reacted to speculative reports regarding the inferno,the command urged members of the public to disregard such unfounded reports as it priority remained to provide support to the bereaved extended family, the lone child survivor and to further investigate the circumstances surrounding this fatal incident.
The Customs Area Controller, Oyo/Osun Area Command,Dr Ben Oramalugo commiserated with the family and friends of the deceased. He further appreciated the prayers and support from the members of the public.
Meanwhile, SC Kabiru Tijani and his family have since been laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites.
“May the Almighty grant them Al-Janatul Firdaus and give their family the strength to endure this immense loss”.
