The Customs Area Controller (CAC), Lagos Free Trade Zone Command, addresses journalists during the 2026 Half-Year Media Briefing, where she announced a record-breaking ₦408.87 billion revenue generated in the first half of the year and reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to trade facilitation, compliance, and economic growth.
Lagos Free Trade Zone Customs Generates ₦408.87 Billion in Six Months, Records Historic ₦87.1 Billion Monthly Revenue
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Lagos Free Trade Zone Command, has recorded an impressive revenue performance of ₦408.87 billion in the first half of 2026, representing a 28.85 per cent increase over the ₦317.32 billion generated during the corresponding period in 2025.
Speaking during the Command’s 2026 Half-Year Media Briefing, the Customs Area Controller Comptroller Hauwa Abubakar described the achievement as a testament to the effectiveness of the Service’s reforms, improved compliance, enhanced stakeholder engagement, and operational efficiency.
According to the CAC the Command also recorded its highest monthly revenue collection since inception in June 2026, generating ₦87.10 billion, a milestone that underscores the growing confidence of investors and businesses operating within the Lagos Free Trade Zones and the Lekki Deep Sea Port.
She attributed the outstanding performance to the visionary leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the strategic direction of the Customs Management Team, the dedication of officers and personnel, and the unwavering support of stakeholders.
The Controller noted that the Lagos Free Trade Zone Command, established four years ago, has evolved into one of the Nigeria Customs Service’s leading revenue-generating commands while remaining a model for trade facilitation.
She explained that deliberate strategies focused on strengthening compliance, improving operational efficiency, and maintaining continuous engagement with stakeholders have significantly contributed to the Command’s success.
She further stated that sustained dialogue, education, and collaboration with investors, licensed customs agents, importers, exporters, and the business community have fostered voluntary compliance with customs regulations, creating an enabling environment for legitimate trade while safeguarding government revenue.
Commending the professionalism and integrity of officers and men of the Command, the Controller said their diligence and commitment have strengthened public confidence in the Nigeria Customs Service and enhanced service delivery.
She also expressed appreciation to sister security and regulatory agencies operating within the Free Trade Zones and Lekki Deep Sea Port, noting that inter-agency collaboration has continued to improve security and facilitate legitimate trade in line with the Federal Government’s economic agenda.
Reaffirming the Command’s commitment to transparency, professionalism, and global best practices, the Controller assured stakeholders that the Lagos Free Trade Zone Command would continue to promote trade facilitation while ensuring strict compliance with extant customs laws and regulations.
Looking ahead to the second half of 2026, she expressed confidence that the Command would consolidate on its achievements, improve service delivery, and surpass its performance targets without compromising its statutory responsibilities.
The Controller concluded by appreciating members of the media for their continued support and objective reportage, urging them to sustain their partnership in projecting the reforms and achievements of the Nigeria Customs Service to the Nigerian public.
