Nigeria Customs Service Hosts Ceremonial Pulling-Out Parade to Honour Retiring High Ranking Strategic Leaders

The Nigeria Customs Service holds a ceremonial pulling-out parade for retiring leaders Dera Nnadi and Kingsley Egwu. Discover their legacy in trade and security.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 16, 2026, 9:54 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Independent Newspaper

Institutional Military Ceremony Marks End of Distinguish Careers

The Nigeria Customs Service recently organized an elaborate pulling-out parade to mark the formal retirement of two of its most prominent leaders. Held at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College in Gwagwalada, the event served as a high level institutional tribute to Deputy Comptroller-General Dera Nnadi and Assistant Comptroller-General Kingsley Egwu. According to the Service, such ceremonies are essential for maintaining the traditions of the force while providing a public platform to recognize the professionalism and discipline demonstrated by departing senior management members who have navigated the complexities of national security and economic regulation.

Nnadi’s Strategic Influence on Continental Trade and Border Security

Deputy Comptroller-General Dera Nnadi has been recognized for his extensive service across commands where the critical interests of revenue collection and border integrity intersect. Throughout his tenure, Nnadi was instrumental in shaping policy discussions regarding the modernization of customs processes and Nigeria's integration into broader continental trade agreements. According to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, Nnadi provided an intellectual depth to strategic operations, ensuring that the Service remained adaptable to the shifting demands of international commerce while maintaining a rigorous focus on national protective mandates.

Technological Reforms and Educational Leadership Under Egwu

The career of Assistant Comptroller-General Kingsley Egwu was defined by a commitment to administrative efficiency through the adoption of modern technology. During his time in leadership, Egwu facilitated the transition toward automated systems that have significantly enhanced transparency and operational speed within the Service. According to official citations, his influence extended deeply into the educational sector of the organization, particularly during his tenure as the 10th Commandant of the Staff College. His focus on ethical conduct and rigorous training standards has left a permanent mark on the professional development of the current officer corps.