Comptroller Umar prioritises officers’ wellness with hypertension awareness lecture at Niger/Kogi customs 

As part of efforts to promote staff welfare and healthy living, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Niger/Kogi Area Command, has organised a health lecture on hypertension for officers of the command.

The lecture, held at the Command Conference Room on Wednesday, was organised by the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller MS Umar, mni, to sensitise officers on the causes, symptoms, prevention, and management of hypertension.

According to a press statement by ASC 1 Abubakar Zakariya, Public Relation Officer of the command, the Area Controller who was represented by the Deputy Comptroller in charge of Enforcement, DC A. Dalha, reiterated the command’s commitment to the health and well-being of its personnel.

“The Controller remains committed to the welfare and well-being of officers, recognising that good health is essential for effective service delivery,” Dalha said.

The command’s Medical Doctor, SC UI Muhammed, who delivered the lecture, described hypertension as a “silent killer” capable of causing severe health complications if left unmanaged.

He educated officers on risk factors associated with the condition, including unhealthy diet, excessive salt intake, physical inactivity, and stress

“Hypertension is a silent killer that can lead to serious health complications if not properly managed. Regular medical check-ups and healthy lifestyle choices are essential,” Muhammed warned.

He advised officers to adopt healthier habits by maintaining a balanced diet, engaging in regular physical exercise, reducing salt consumption, and managing stress effectively.

The session also featured an interactive segment, during which officers asked questions and received professional guidance on maintaining healthier lifestyles and monitoring their blood pressure.

In his remarks, Dalha urged officers to apply the lessons learned from the lecture in their daily lives.

“Take your health seriously and make use of the knowledge gained today. Good health remains critical to productivity and operational efficiency,” he advised.

The vote of thanks was delivered by AC H.H. Waziri, who appreciated the command’s management for organising the programme and commended the resource person for the insightful presentation.

The initiative forms part of the command’s broader commitment to staff welfare, preventive healthcare, and building a healthier workforce for improved service delivery.