A Senior Customs officer while responding to questions at the Public Account Committee of the House of Representatives has slumped and died.

The incident that took place during the engagement, which occurred around 1.00 pm on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, the official developed sudden health complications.
Despite the immediate and diligent efforts of first responders and medical personnel at the National Assembly Clinic, he unfortunately passed away.

Responding to the incident, the House spokesperson, Akin Rotimi in a statement said the name of the Senior Customs officer was not disclosed due to respect for the family.

“The Speaker of the House, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PhD., expressed his condolences, stating, “We are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of a dedicated public servant. Our hearts go out to his family during this difficult time.”