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 (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) 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 (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 World Bank has initiated a two-week training workshop to enhance the Post-Clearance Audit (PCA) capabilities of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS).

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 (NCS) says achieving 24-hour operations at the nation’s seaports requires full cooperation from all stakeholders, including banks, shipping companies, and terminal operators. The post NCS seeks stakeholder collaboration to achieve 24-hour port operations appeared first on Vanguard News.

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 (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 (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 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 (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.

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 (NCS) has intercepted and auctioned 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) in Calabar, Cross River, which was intended for smuggling into Cameroon.

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 (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) 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.

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.

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 […] The post Kwara Customs seize smuggled goods worth ₦478m, generate ₦2.53bn revenue in two months appeared first on Vanguard News.