The Customs Area Controller of Apapa Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, has called on officers to take emergency response training seriously, emphasising that basic first aid skills can make the difference between life and death in critical situations.
Speaking during a basic first aid training session at the command on Monday, 24 November 2025, Comptroller Oshoba described the initiative as timely and vital for both professional and personal life.
"The subject matter for which we are gathered this morning is very important to everyone, and I must specifically thank our CGC, Adewale Adeniyi, for prioritising this issue as being relevant not only for us as customs officers but also as adults, parents and members. of the society”, he stated
He noted that first aid intervention often determines the outcome of emergencies, differenciating between life and death, full recovery and permanent disability, or minor issues and major complications.
The CAC urged officers, both experienced and first-time learners, to fully participate in the practical sessions. "For some of us, training like this is not a new thing. I urge officers with experience in this subject to see the session as a refresher period where they could further enhance their life-saving skills. I know that for the majority, this is a first-time experience to learn a lot”, he said.
Leading the medical team, the zonal medical officer, for zone B, Comptroller Anwe Aku emphasised the importance of preparedness.
“Most times, we may be the first responders at the scene, be it at our workplace, at home, or while we are traveling”, he said. “So I would urge us to pay attention and try as much as possible to acquire those life-saving skills. We may not know when they will become critical.”
The training featured hands-on demonstrations on administering Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), managing bleeding, responding to gunshot injuries, and handling bone and joint fractures, equipping officers with essential tools for emergency response both on and off duty.
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