The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has surpassed its 2025 revenue target, generating over ₦1.57 trillion into the coffers of the Federal Government.
Customs Area Controller of the Command (CAC), Comptroller Frank Onyeka, made the disclosure during a press briefing at the Command on Tuesday in Lagos.
The CAC said the Command was assigned a revenue target of ₦1,524,669,999,478.52 for the 2025 fiscal year but had, as at the time of this report, realised ₦1,576,507,651,601.84, exceeding the target by ₦51,837,652,129.32.
According to him, the feat reflects the discipline, professionalism and dedication of officers and men of the Command, noting that the performance was driven by deliberate reforms, improved operational processes and collective responsibility.
He identified bulk cargo, general merchandise and the importation of used vehicles as the major contributors to the revenue haul, stressing that diligent cargo examination and strict compliance with customs procedures ensured that all government revenues due on imports were fully collected.
The Area Controller said a major focus of the Command in 2025 was the elimination of revenue leakages and operational inefficiencies, particularly the issue of multiple and unnecessary alerts that previously slowed cargo clearance and created opportunities for abuse.
“By streamlining alerts and strengthening internal coordination, we improved efficiency while maintaining effective control,” Onyeka said.
He added that the Command sustained regular engagement with stakeholders, including importers, licensed customs agents, terminal operators and shipping companies, in order to create an enabling environment for legitimate trade.
On enforcement, Onyeka said the Command remained resolute in carrying out its statutory mandate through intelligence-driven operations and vigilant monitoring, leading to significant seizures of prohibited and improperly declared goods imported in violation of existing laws and regulations.
He emphasised that surpassing the annual revenue target would not lead to any relaxation of operational standards, assuring that officers and men of the Command remain fully mobilised to sustain revenue generation and intensify compliance enforcement.
Speaking further on bonded terminals, the Onyeka said the Command had stopped consignments from being transferred to terminals that fail to provide an enabling environment and requisite equipment for Customs officers to carry out their duties. He said terminals must add value and contribute meaningfully to the success of the Command.
He also disclosed that arrests linked to seizures made by the Command are currently before the courts and will be pursued to their logical conclusion.
On projections for 2026, the CAC expressed optimism, assuring stakeholders of improved performance by the Command in the coming year.
The Area Controller commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Dr Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, for his leadership and strategic direction, noting that his commitment to professionalism, automation and stakeholder engagement provided the framework for the Command’s achievements.
Comptroller Onyeka also appreciated stakeholders for their cooperation and improved compliance, as well as the media for what he described as consistent support and objective reportage.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to consolidating its gains, deepening transparency and contributing effectively to the Federal Government’s fiscal policy objectives.