Abdul Samad Rabiu’s development initiative, ASR Africa, has commissioned a 60‑bed hospital for the Nigeria Customs Service, aimed at improving healthcare for security personnel, their families, and surrounding communities, Business Insider Africa reported.
The facility, inaugurated in Bauchi State on February 17, 2026, was expanded from an earlier clinic into a fully equipped secondary healthcare center under ASR Africa’s Security Sector Support Programme. It houses seven clinical departments, including obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, surgery, internal medicine, pharmacy, laboratory services, as well as dental, radiology, and nutrition units.
Comptroller‑General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, said the hospital reflects a strategic investment in welfare infrastructure, supporting both the operational readiness of officers and broader security sector reform objectives. The facility is expected to treat up to 300 patients per month initially, with plans to expand into advanced diagnostics and specialized surgical services.
Dr. Ubon Udoh, Managing Director of ASR Africa, emphasized that the initiative demonstrates the private sector’s role in strengthening social and institutional systems when aligned with public sector priorities.
This hospital marks a significant step in enhancing the welfare and healthcare infrastructure of Nigeria’s security agencies, illustrating how public-private partnerships can contribute to sustainable security sector reform.
