The Nigeria Customs Service and the World Customs Organization (WCO) strengthened anti-corruption measures through a workshop focused on risk analysis and standard operating procedures to improve transparency and trade facilitation.
The Apapa Area One Command of the Nigeria Customs Service achieved its highest-ever daily revenue collection, generating N28.1 billion on Tuesday, August 18, 2026.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Area Command, has achieved an unprecedented revenue collection of ₦323 billion in July 2026, marking the highest monthly figure ever recorded by the command.
Operatives of the Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone ‘A’, of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have intercepted 220 consignments of prohibited and smuggled goods, dismantling a syndicate with a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N3.237 billion.
The Nigeria Customs Service in Adamawa and Taraba states intercepted smuggled items, including pangolin scales and ivory tusks, valued at ₦362 million.
The Nigeria Customs Service has received global recognition, winning a Commonwealth Gold Award for its 'Customs Cares' Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, which aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The Nigeria Customs Service in Port Harcourt has handed over ₦59 million worth of expired drugs to NAFDAC, preventing dangerous medicines from reaching the public.
The Nigeria Customs Service announced plans for 100% cargo scanning at Onne Port to enhance surveillance and track dangerous goods, including arms and drugs.
The Nigeria Customs Service has disbursed N7.61 billion in pension benefits to 4,237 retirees, reaffirming its commitment to improving the welfare of its retired personnel.
The Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening inter-agency collaboration in strategic communication, public engagement, and information sharing. This partnership aims to improve information sharing and public engagement between the two agencies.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated a Strategic Refresher Course for 100 Deputy Comptrollers. This program aims to prepare a new generation of senior officers for higher leadership responsibilities and ensure sustainable succession planning within the service.
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced a reduction in import tariffs for vehicles, setting the rate at 5% for used vehicles and 10% for new ones. This move aims to lower the cost of vehicle imports and is part of a broader strategy to achieve an ₦11 trillion revenue goal.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has exposed an attempt to smuggle unregistered pharmaceutical products into Nigeria using a fake NAFDAC registration number, seizing N53 billion worth of drugs and expired pharmaceuticals.
Arewa Youths Advocate for Good Governance calls on President Tinubu to ensure stability in the Nigeria Customs Service, preserving gains and operational efficiency.
The TinCan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service reported a revenue collection of N111.2 billion in May, with the Customs Area Controller vowing to improve performance.
The Nigeria Customs Service and British American Tobacco Nigeria have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to combat tobacco smuggling, enhance regulatory compliance, and protect legitimate trade.
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) are partnering to combat smuggling. They will share intelligence to tackle illicit trade in Borno and Yobe states.
The Nigeria Customs Service, in collaboration with the World Bank, has initiated a two-week post-clearance audit mission to improve compliance, revenue assurance, and trade facilitation.
The Nigeria Customs Service has sealed the vessel MT NY Maria at Tincan Island Port for illegally discharging petrol without proper clearance, a violation of the NCS Act 2023.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Seme Area Command, reported a 448% increase in revenue, generating N9.79 billion between March 18 and May 2026, compared to N2.19 billion in the previous period.
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service has highlighted how artificial intelligence is transforming operations, leading to improved revenue collection, transparency, and overall institutional efficiency.
The Tincan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) successfully handed over illicit substances valued at N16.7 billion to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) following a joint interception.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Kwara Area Command, announced it generated over N3.8bn in revenue and seized drugs, rice, and chemicals during the first quarter of 2026.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit, Zone C, Owerri, Imo, has handed over seized prohibited and controlled drugs valued at N2.6 billion to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency.
The Nigeria Customs Service announced it has intercepted endangered wildlife species and various smuggled goods in operations conducted in Maiduguri. This highlights ongoing efforts to combat illicit trade and protect biodiversity in the region.
The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted live pangolins in a recent intelligence-driven operation in Zone ‘B’, signaling an intensified crackdown on wildlife trafficking in the country.
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Mr. Adewale Adeniyi, has called on the Federal Capital Territory Administration to permit secondary schools in Abuja to use their facilities commercially for income generation.
Nigeria Customs Service and NDLEA intercept two containers of codeine syrup worth N3.39bn at Apapa Port, concealed within household utensils.
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By Demola Akinyemi, Ilorin The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kwara Area Command, on Wednesday displayed seized goods valued at more than ₦478 million, while announcing that it generated ₦2.527 billion in revenue within two months. Speaking during a press briefing at the command headquarters in Ilorin, the Acting Area Controller, Najeem Akanmu Ogundeyi, said the […]
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The Murtala Mohammed International Airport (MMIA) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service is strengthening its revenue and security drive, ensuring national security and maximizing government revenue.
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced plans to auction 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) that was seized from smugglers attempting to transport it to Cameroon in Cross River State.
The Nigeria Customs Service has arrested an importer and a female clearing agent in connection with the alleged illegal importation of 399 Jojef pump-action rifles through the Tin Can Island Port in Lagos.
The Nigeria Customs Service has refuted claims of increased smuggling, revenue leakage, and recruitment impropriety, providing clarifications on its operational procedures.
The Nigeria Customs Service intercepted 399 Jojef rifles and parts at Tincan Island Port, a major blow against illegal arms proliferation. A Lagos Federal High Court has since remanded two men for 15 days as Customs probes their alleged involvement in the high-calibre arms shipment.
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced the recruitment of 3,852 candidates from over 573,000 applicants and will now adopt an annual hiring cycle. This move aims to streamline future recruitment processes and ensure regular intake of personnel.
Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, is set to receive the Special Recognition Award from the International Public Relations Association at the 2026 Golden World Awards in Athens, Greece.
Nigeria Customs Service Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi has called on public relations officers to adopt strategic communication methods to build public trust and enhance the service's credibility.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced plans to initiate 100 percent scanning of all imported cargoes, including pharmaceutical products, at Onne Port in Rivers State to enhance surveillance.
The Nigeria Customs Service and Nigeria Police Force have reaffirmed their commitment to closer collaboration in strategic communication and information sharing to enhance national security.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and its counterpart in the Republic of Benin have strengthened their partnership to deploy geospatial technology for improved economic security, border surveillance, and trade facilitation.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) announced it exceeded its 2025 revenue target by 10.24%, generating N7.277 trillion against a target of N6.584 trillion.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation. The partnership aims to promote seamless cross-border trade and accelerate implementation of related initiatives.
The Nigeria Customs Service has handed over seized hard drugs and fake pharmaceuticals worth N53.39 billion to the NDLEA and NAFDAC, emphasizing efforts to protect public health.
The Nigeria Customs Service intercepted more than 580,000 unregistered medicines at Kano airport and handed them over to NAFDAC to protect public health.
The Nigeria Customs Service is set to lose 1,516 officers, including five Deputy Comptrollers-General, over the next two years due to statutory retirements.
The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has arrested three suspects in connection with attempted rifle smuggling and seized N3.22 billion worth of contraband.
The Nigerian Senate has cleared the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) of allegations of under-remitting N62.2 billion to the federal government. This decision followed a review of an audit report by a Senate panel.
The Nigeria Customs Service has issued a warning to the public regarding fake recruitment screening schedules circulating online, advising reliance solely on official NCS channels for updates.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) reported seizing 15,212 bags of smuggled rice, valued at over N907.78 million, during the first quarter of 2026. An official noted that rice smuggling cannot be eradicated overnight.
A commercial motorcycle rider sustained severe injuries in Lagos, Nigeria, following an alleged head-on collision involving Nigeria Customs Service officers during a chase.
The Nigeria Customs Service in Ogun state intercepted 10,126 parcels of Cannabis Sativa, valued at over N743 million, preventing a potential drug crisis in the region.
Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, is actively pursuing policies to facilitate trade and boost business in Nigeria's South-East region, aligning with President Tinubu’s economic agenda.
The Adamawa/Taraba Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted contraband items valued at approximately N98 million within a six-week period, reiterating its commitment against smuggling.
The Nigeria Customs Service is implementing artificial intelligence technology to enhance transparency, curb revenue leakages, and strengthen fiscal discipline through strategic partnerships.
The Nigeria Customs Service, in collaboration with the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC), has unveiled a reform agenda aimed at enhancing port operations and strengthening Nigeria's economy.
The Nigeria Customs Service has issued a warning to traders against circumventing the new National Single Window platform, promising cargo release within 48 hours for proper adherence.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Ogun 1 Area Command, announced the seizure of N1.35 billion worth of contraband, including antiquities, vegetable oil, and rice, between February and March.
The Kano/Jigawa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has announced the arrest of six suspects and the seizure of smuggled goods with a Duty Paid Value exceeding N1 billion. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to combat illegal trade in the region.
The Nigeria Customs Service has reported a significant tramadol seizure in Yobe, intercepting 248,500 tablets valued at over N273 million in an intelligence-led operation.
The Nigeria Customs Service plans to auction 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol) seized from smugglers attempting to transport it to Cameroon.
The Nigeria Customs Service clarifies its B’Odogwu platform uses official exchange rates transmitted directly by the Central Bank, ensuring accuracy and co
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Khamis Musa Darazo, an All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain and supporter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has advocated for merit-based tenure extensions for deserving senior officers of the Nigeria Customs Service.
The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service achieved a record N323 billion in revenue collection for July 2026, marking its highest monthly figure ever.
The Nigeria Customs Service has dismissed allegations of smuggling, revenue leakage, and recruitment impropriety, providing clarifications on its operations and administrative procedures.
Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi attributes the significant transformation of the Nigeria Customs Service to the strategic deployment of technology across its operations.
The Adamawa/Taraba Nigeria Customs Service reported generating N156.5 million in revenue and making significant seizures over three months, effectively combating smuggling.
The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted expired vape products valued at N809.6 million in Lagos. This seizure highlights public health risks and the customs' commitment to enforcing regulations against illicit goods.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has released 36 trucks belonging to the Association of Maritime Truck Owners (AMATO) that were impounded during an investigation into alleged trade infractions at Zarmmak Bonded Terminal. The release followed an intervention by the Comptroller-General of Customs.
The Nigeria Customs Service has pledged its continued support for the National Merit Award, recognizing its crucial role in celebrating excellence and inspiring future generations.
Nigeria Customs Service's Operation Whirlwind has successfully dismantled a syndicate involved in smuggling petrol to neighboring countries, seizing 20,500 liters of PMS valued at N38 million.
Nigeria Customs Service's Operation Whirlwind auctioned 20,500 litres of intercepted petrol in Lagos, aiming to disrupt smuggling networks and safeguard the nation.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) plans to build its operations for the next decade around strategic foresight, adopting a 2026-2035 strategic framework and launching a mentor-mentee plan for senior officers.
The Nigeria Customs Service announced it generated ₦3.35 trillion in revenue between January and May 2026, alongside seizing ₦24.3 billion worth of drugs during intensified anti-smuggling and anti-money laundering operations.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has revealed an attempt to smuggle unregistered pharmaceutical products into Nigeria by using a fraudulent registration number belonging to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
The Ogun I Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service reported seizing N4.63 billion worth of contrabands and generating N259.8 million in revenue between April and June 2026.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Command, has seized expired pharmaceutical products and 1.8 tonnes of cannabis, preventing potential public health and economic threats.
The Nigeria Customs Service and US firms are working to strengthen trade relations, address bottlenecks, and improve the ease of doing business to boost trade between Nigeria and the United States.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Area Command, has intercepted two 40-foot containers of expired pharmaceutical products worth N12.8 billion, allegedly intended for relabeling and circulation in the Nigerian market.
The Nigeria Customs Service has called for enhanced collaboration with the media to improve public awareness, strengthen border security, and contribute to national development.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched the Simplified Customs Advanced Declaration System (SCADS) at Abuja International Airport to digitize the declaration process and reduce passenger delays.
The Nigeria Customs Service and the Nigeria Police Force have agreed to enhance security cooperation in Delta State to combat crime, following a courtesy visit by the Area Controller.
The Nigeria Customs Service is implementing digital reforms through its Trade Modernisation Project to enhance efficiency, boost revenue, and improve border security.
The Nigeria Customs Service has initiated measures to remove trade barriers along the Lagos–Abidjan corridor, engaging key stakeholders to facilitate the free movement of goods and services.
The Nigeria Customs Service has launched a capacity-building program focused on Artificial Intelligence-driven revenue generation, remittances, and reconciliation, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency.
Nigeria Customs Service has successfully thwarted a wildlife smuggling attempt in Kano, intercepting live pangolins. This operation underscores the intensified efforts against illegal wildlife trafficking in the region.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a public warning against fraudulent automobile auctions advertised on social media, urging citizens to disregard these claims to avoid scams.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘B’, Kaduna, has intercepted two live pangolins being illegally transported along the Kano–Jigawa axis, in what authorities described as a…
Nigeria's National Single Window Initiative is intensifying stakeholder engagement with the Nigeria Customs Service, strengthening confidence ahead of its March 27, 2026 rollout, building on previous sensitization drives for top officers in Lagos.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the National Single Window (NSW) for Trade and Port Operations, designed to modernize trade and port activities, following earlier sensitization campaigns by the Nigeria Customs Service.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says achieving 24-hour operations at the nation’s seaports requires full cooperation from all stakeholders, including banks, shipping companies, and terminal operators.
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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted and auctioned 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in Calabar, Cross River, which was intended for smuggling into Cameroon.