Ogun Customs Boosts Border Security With Free Eye Care for Officers

As part of ongoing initiatives to prioritize personnel health and enhance operational efficiency, the Ag. Customs Area Controller Ogun I Command, Deputy Comptroller Oladapo Afeni has sponsored a comprehensive free eye care program for officers and men of the Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun I Area Command.

The health outreach aimed to promote wellness and early detection of visual impairments among officers through specialized ophthalmic services, provided by qualified medical professionals from Vision Spring, see to be safe (S2S). Services provided included Visual Acuity Screening- Testing overall clarity of vision. Funduscopy- Examining the back of the eye, including the retina and optic nerve and providing free prescription glasses to those in need.

Declaring the screening exercise opened, the Ag. Customs Area Controller Ogun I command, Deputy Compt. Oladapo Afeni emphasized that clear vision is critical to effective border security, tactical enforcement, and administrative duties.

Good health remains the foundational pillar of operational efficiency and officers’ well-being. Our officers undergo demanding daily tasks ranging from tactical border surveillance and field enforcement to detailed physical examinations and administrative documentation. Regular eye screening is a crucial preventative measure that safeguards our officer’s health while maintaining peak command efficiency.

Afeni explained that clear vision directly enhances reaction time, night time vigilance, and accuracy during border patrols and security checks, directly impacting command effectiveness. Constant exposure to harsh environmental conditions on patrol duties put continuous demand on our eyes. Periodic check-ups prevent chronic fatigue and strain.

Good vision is fundamental not only for career performance, but for personal safety, family life, and long-term vitality. I encourage all officers, men of the Ogun I Area Command to prioritize their vision and participate actively in routine eye screening exercises. Afeni Added

Taking proactive steps today ensures that we remain sharp, capable, and ready to discharge our national mandate effectively. Protect your vision, it is your most valuable window to the world. He Concluded

Earlier on, the safe to be safe (S2S) project, preventing eye care and the team lead Consultant, Dr. Obioma Uchandu said the project is geared towards preventive eye care among Customs officers, whose objective is to eliminate preventable blindness, especially among officers guiding our nations border like Idiroko

Benefiting officers expressed deep appreciation for the gesture, noting that the initiative directly boosts morale and ensures duty readiness across Ogun I command operations.

The Ogun I Area Command remains committed to sustaining welfare initiatives that foster a healthy, responsive, and robust workforce.