Comptroller-General of Customs, Colonel Hameed Ali, Retired, has approved the promotion of 2,974 junior officers to various ranks.
The promotion was confirmed in a statement issued by the Public Relations Officer of Customs, Mr Joseph Attah.
The statement said the promotion was strictly based on merit.
It said the cumulative marks of annual performance evaluation scores, written examination, seniority and availability of vacancies formed the basis for the promotion.
While giving his approval for the release of the promotion, the Customs Comptroller-General congratulated all promoted personnel and expressed the hope that these elevations will serve as motivation to effectively discharge their duties.