The Port Harcourt Area II Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has reported a remarkable increase in revenue collection for 2025, exceeding its target by 104.46 per cent with a total of ₦731.2 billion.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent Theophilus Duniya, stated that Comptroller Aliyu Alkali credited this success to strong leadership from the Comptroller-General of Customs and the use of the indigenous Unified Customs Management System, known as B’ODOGWU, which has improved the speed and efficiency of cargo clearance.
Alkali highlighted that strict adherence to standard operating procedures, ongoing officer discipline, and sustained engagement with stakeholders were also crucial factors behind the impressive performance. He expressed gratitude to the Nigeria Customs Service management for providing the necessary support and acknowledged the cooperation of key stakeholders.
The Comptroller praised the professionalism and dedication of officers, noting their role in intercepting 75 containers with a total Duty Paid Value of ₦47.6 billion. Among these, 30 containers were found to contain expired, unregistered, or illicit pharmaceutical products, while others were seized for violating various customs regulations. Alkali emphasised that these actions serve as a deterrent to potential offenders.
He urged importers and licensed customs agents to ensure honest declarations, reaffirming the Command’s commitment to facilitating legitimate trade while enforcing customs laws with integrity.
The record revenue collection is expected to have a positive impact on Nigeria’s economy by improving government revenue and supporting economic growth. The Customs Service continues to focus on balancing trade facilitation with strict regulatory enforcement, aiming to protect the market from illegal imports while promoting lawful commerce.
Alkali concluded by calling on all stakeholders to cooperate with the Customs Service in ensuring transparency and efficiency, stressing that sustained discipline and professional conduct among officers remain central to future success.
