Bauchi/Gombe Customs command races to victory at 2025 NAF fitness challenge

By Shamsudeen Abubakar

The Bauchi/Gombe Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has claimed victory in the jogging category at the 2025 Annual 10-kilometre jogging and walking competition organized by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in Bauchi State.

The event, held on October 18, 2025, brought together participants from various security agencies. It aimed at fostering unity, discipline, and physical fitness among personnel of Nigeria’s uniformed services.

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According to the post on the Nigerian Customs official X (formerly Twitter) handle, COMPTROLLER Sani Bello, Customs Area Controller (CAC), led his team of officers to the event. He praised the organizers for fostering inter-agency cooperation and promoting wellness within the security sector.

Speaking after the victory, Comptroller Bello applauded the outstanding performance and resilience displayed by his officers, attributing their success to teamwork, discipline, and consistent physical training.

He stressed the need for a balance between work and personal well-being, highlighting that physical fitness is essential for optimal performance and effectiveness in their roles

The CAC reiterated the Command’s dedication to strengthening inter-agency collaboration, aligning with the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi’s vision, which prioritizes professionalism, discipline, and the welfare of officers and men of the Service.