Tinubu mourns deputy comptroller of customs, Etop Essien
President Bola Tinubu has received the news of the passing away of the Deputy Comptroller in charge of revenue at the Nigeria Customs Service, Etop Essien, with profound sadness.
Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, in a statement on Tuesday, said the President extended his condolences to the family of Essien.
He described Essien’s passing while on an official assignment as most distressing.
Mr Essien died shortly after showing signs of discomfort during a presentation before the National Assembly House Committee on Public Accounts, on Tuesday.
The statement noted, “The President also commiserates with the Comptroller General of Customs, Mr Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, as well as the officers, men, and women of the Nigeria Customs Service. The President prays for the repose of the soul of the deceased officer and comfort for his family.’’
(NAN)
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