The deputy comptroller in charge of revenue at the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Essien Etop Andrew, is dead.
Andrew slumped and died on Tuesday when he appeared before members of the house of representatives committee on public account.
He was rushed to the national assembly clinic where he was confirmed dead.
Chairman of the committee, Bamidele Salam said the panel will suspend other hearings for one week to honour the late customs chief.
“It was a very sad incident. He was very eloquent and clearly understood the issues being considered,” the lawmaker told TheCable.
“He suddenly said he wanted to drink water, to which we obliged and even asked if he needed some tea.
“It was sad he died in active service. Our committee is suspending other hearings for the week in his honour.”
In a statement, spokesperson of the house of representatives, Akin Rotimi, said the green chamber will “support efforts to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident and is cooperating fully with all relevant authorities to ensure all necessary protocols are followed”.
Tajudeen Abbas, speaker of the house, expressed his condolences, saying the lower legislative chamber is “deeply saddened” by the officer’s death.
Credit: TheCable
