By Tony Obiechina, Abuja
The Acting Comptroller General of the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) Dr. Godwin .S Audu has approved the promotion of over 100 officers to Assistant Superintendent of Quarantine I(ASQ I) as part of efforts to boost the morale of workers.
The Quarantine Boss who disclosed this in his Maiden Meeting with Station and Zonal Coordinators held at the Headquarters in Abuja noted that the affected officers were overdue for promotion after being confirmed
He noted that henceforth, Human Capital Development will be a priority and called on the staff to rededicate themselves to the task of repositioning the agency to better serve the diverse stakeholders.
He stated that adherence to the Act establishing the agency and also conversant with International Standards will go a long way in promoting the ease of doing business.
He reminded the staff of his administration’s open door policy which will give room for innovative ideas stressing that the development will contribute in growing the agency.
He said efforts are being made to adhere to the European Union (EU) requirements for exportation of products, stating that the development will no doubt avert imminent rejection of our products to EU Countries.
The NAQS boss promised to look into the challenge from different Zones on the state of infrastructure and operational tools in order to ease their working condition.
The Acting Comptroller General stressed the importance of fostering stronger relationships with sister bodies and stakeholders, and urged Zonal and Station Coordinators to follow suit, emphasizing his belief in unity. READ ALSO:
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He announced the establishment of the Operations and Enforcement Department within the agency, which will oversee seamless operations, minimize unnecessary seizures, and enforce seizures judiciously.
Dr. Audu assured all stakeholders that the agency is dedicated to promoting ease of doing business and facilitating trade in line with the current government’s “Renewed Hope” Agenda for the Country’s benefit.
