H.H. Sheikh Mohammed praises exceptional employee
The outstanding service of a dedicated employee in Dubai, has caught the attention of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai.
Sheikh Mohammed praised Yousef Mohammed Abdullah, who is employed at a vehicle inspection and registration centre in Al Qusais, after a secret shopper report confirmed his proactive approach to helping customers.
In a post on the platform X, His Highness said that Yousef's commitment to exceptional service has earned him praise from customers, with many expressing their gratitude for his efforts.
Sheikh Mohammed congratulated Yousef and acknowledged the hard work of other young men and women who uphold Dubai's reputation through their dedication to public service.
محمد بن راشد: في تقرير حديث وصلني للمتسوق السري .. ومن مركز خدمة العملاء لفحص وتسجيل المركبات في القصيص.. تابعنا يوسف محمد عبدالله .. شاب مجتهد .. بشوش .. مبادر لخدمة الناس .. حريص على إنجاز معاملاتهم .. يلتف حوله المتعاملون ويشكرونه على خدمته .
تحية ليوسف .. نحن نتابعك ..… pic.twitter.com/uWEqkgmPsC
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) March 20, 2025
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