Hyacinth Nwafor
The Acting Customs Area Controller of the Ogun I Area Command, Deputy Comptroller Olukayode Afeni, has rolled out a mandatory weekly physical fitness programme for all officers and men of the Command, in a move aimed at strengthening wellness, discipline and operational effectiveness.
The initiative, which takes place every Thursday, aligns with the vision of the Comptroller-General of Customs to build a healthier, physically resilient and mentally alert workforce capable of meeting the demanding responsibilities of the Service.
Speaking at the official launch on Thursday, January 15, 2026, Deputy Comptroller Afeni noted that the nature of Customs duties often involving long hours, strenuous field operations and high-pressure assignments makes intentional attention to health and fitness non-negotiable.
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According to a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Ogun I Area Command, DSC Chado Zakari, the exercise programme is designed to ensure that officers remain physically fit and mentally sharp in the discharge of their duties to the nation.
“This is not a one-off activity,” Afeni stressed. “By institutionalising weekly exercise sessions, we are promoting teamwork, informal interaction, discipline and service readiness. Fitness is becoming a culture here because a fit team is a formidable team.”
The Deputy Comptroller reaffirmed that staff welfare remains a top priority under his leadership, urging officers to fully embrace physical fitness as an integral part of their professional lives.
The maiden exercise session featured jogging, aerobics, football and volleyball, while also serving as a platform to reduce stress, strengthen camaraderie and boost morale across the Command.
Beyond physical wellbeing, the initiative is expected to enhance unity, improve productivity and reinforce the overall effectiveness of the Ogun I Area Command.