By: Lauretta Fagbohun, Abeokuta.
The Comptroller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Ikeja, MS Shuaibu, has reiterated the Service’s commitment to partnering with the Oko Opo Widows Foundation in its efforts to support widows, vulnerable children, and disadvantaged groups across the country.
Comptroller Shuaibu made this known on Tuesday while receiving the Founder of the Oko Opo Foundation, Ambassador (Dr.) Babatunde Adeyemo, in his office. He praised the organisation’s consistent interventions, noting that its humanitarian activities align with the NCS Care Scheme’s objectives to bring relief to struggling families.
He assured that the Customs Service will continue to collaborate with the Foundation, saying:
“We appreciate what you are doing for society and for partnering with us. We will keep supporting your initiatives. We have received your message, and we will deliberate on it and get back to you.”
Earlier in his remarks, Ambassador Adeyemo commended the NCS for its significant support during last year’s Nigeria Customs Care Initiative outreach, carried out in collaboration with the Foundation. He described the impact on widows and other vulnerable groups, especially in Ogun State, as profound and memorable.
Adeyemo also reflected on his near-tragic encounter with an NCS operative on December 8, 2024, expressing gratitude that the incident unexpectedly became a pathway to a deeper partnership with the Service.
“On behalf of the Oko Opo Widows Foundation, we sincerely appreciate your organisation’s generosity during last year’s programme. Your participation brought relief and renewed hope to many widows,” he said.
He announced that the next widows’ empowerment programme is scheduled for December 26, 2025, at Pelican Valley Estate, Laderin, Abeokuta, and requested the continued presence and support of the Nigeria Customs Service.
“We look forward to strengthening our collaboration as we work together to uplift vulnerable members of society,” Adeyemo added.
