Deputy Comptroller of Finance Administration and Technical Service, Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Andrew Essien,
Deputy Comptroller of Finance Administration and Technical Service, Nigeria Customs Service , Andrew Essien, slumped and died at the National Assembly, yesterday, during an investigative hearing by the House of Representatives.
Spokesman of the House, Akin Rotimi, confirmed the incident in a statement. He said, “It is with deep sadness and regret that we confirm the passing of an esteemed official of NCS, who was at the National Assembly for an engagement with a House Committee. During the engagement around 1.00 pm on Tuesday, the official developed sudden health complications.
Chairman of the House committee, Bamidele Salam, said the panel would suspend other hearings for one week to honour the late Customs chief.
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