Abuja, Nigeria – June 2025The Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening collaboration in a bid to bolster national security, particularly across the country’s porous borders. This resolve was made during a strategic meeting between the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja, and the Comptroller-General
PORT HARCOURT, NIGERIA — The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone ‘C’ of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted and impounded a massive illegal consignment of donkey skins valued at over ₦3.6 billion, thwarting an attempt to smuggle the items out of the country through Nigeria’s eastern export corridor. The operation, which was carried out
Abuja, June 23, 2025 – In a major boost to trade facilitation and global economic linkages, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has fully endorsed its participation in the UN/CEFACT framework and launched a speedy integration of advanced digital trade tools — including the Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) programme and Fast‑Track 2.0 platform. The AEO initiative,
Idiroko, Ogun State – June 23, 2025 – The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reiterated its unwavering commitment to robust border security operations in Ogun State as part of ongoing efforts to combat smuggling and safeguard national economic interests. Speaking during a press briefing at the NCS Ogun 1 Area Command headquarters in Idi Iroko,
Nairobi, Kenya | June 15, 2025 The National Public Relations Officer of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), CSC Abdullahi Maiwada, has emphasized the importance of data-driven communication strategies in modern public relations, especially within government agencies. Maiwada made the call while addressing participants at the 26th Annual Conference of the African Public Relations Association (APRA),
Lagos, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 In a renewed push to decongest the ports and enhance cargo evacuation efficiency, the Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening collaboration with key stakeholders to promote the use of rail transport for cargo movement. Speaking during a stakeholders’ engagement session
Abeokuta, Nigeria – June 14, 2025 The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has commended the Ogun II Area Command for achieving a significant 40% increase in revenue generation, describing the feat as a testament to effective leadership, innovation, and operational diligence. Speaking during an official visit to the command headquarters in
The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, has extended heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Kano State over the tragic loss of athletes from the state. In a condolence message made available to the media on Wednesday, the Customs CG expressed deep sorrow over the incident, describing it as
The Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced significant successes in its anti-smuggling operations, including the interception of illicit drugs which have now been formally handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). Speaking at a press briefing held at the Command Headquarters in Ibadan, the Customs Area Controller,
The Nigerian Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, has officially inaugurated Junior Course 22, with a call on participants to uphold the highest levels of professionalism, discipline, and integrity throughout their training and future service. The inauguration ceremony, which held at the college’s auditorium, was attended by senior officers, instructors, and dignitaries from sister
