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President Buhari Launches New Customs Corporate Headquarters [PHOTOS]
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President Buhari has commissioned the new Customs Corporate Headquarters in Abuja.
EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has officially commissioned the national headquarters of the Nigeria Customs Service.
The impressive edifice, estimated to have cost a staggering N19.6 billion, was unveiled just a day after the President inaugurated the Dangote Petrochemical Refining Company.
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The project’s construction began in 2007, and over the years, the initial design underwent several redesigns and modifications before culminating in the magnificent structure that stands today.
The building is divided into three main wings, with two wings consisting of five floors each. These wings are connected by bridges that lead to the central tower, which serves as the facility’s focal point.
The chairman said construction of the building commenced in 2007 following the need to build a befitting edifice for the service.
He further said that the need for more space in view of the capacity of the service also informed the construction of the building,
Adeniyi said the building, having undergone redesigning and remodelling, was set for commissioning.
The chairman said the building, sitting on approximately 25,000 square metres, was designed and constructed by indigenous firms.
He said the height of the building above the ground was approximately 40 metres and one of the tallest buildings within the Business District of Maitama, Abuja.
Adeniyi said the building would be serviced with modern and up-to-date mechanical and electrical services installations.
The deputy comptroller-general of customs said the service was proud to state that “such an architectural masterpiece is cost efficient.”
On the challenges encountered during the construction of the building, Adeniyi said there were challenges ranging from variations and adjustments in the model of the building.
The Corporate Headquarters building referred to as “Customs House”, is located in Maitama, one of the high-brow areas of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
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The inception of the project dates back to 2002, with the objective of establishing a work environment that is both comfortable and accommodating for staff members and authorised guests.
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