Esther Komolafe

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS)  held its  decorations ceremony for 239 newly promoted senior officers, today at the Service Training School in Ikeja, marking a significant milestone in their careers. The ceremony, held today the September 16th  2025, was a testament to the officers' hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. A Moment of Celebration The Zone 'A' Coordinator, Assistant Comptroller-General M Babandede, congratulated the officers on their well-deserved promotions, acknowledging the dynamic leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR. The promotions included 18 officers elevated to the rank of Comptrollers, 102 to Deputy Comptrollers, and 119…

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has disclosed that more than half of the complaints he receives daily are related to overtime cargoes congesting Nigerian ports. This revelation was made during a stakeholders' sensitization exercise at Apapa Customs Command, where Adeniyi emphasized the need for efficient port operations. The Burden of Overtime Cargoes Adeniyi explained that overtime cargoes are a significant challenge, with some cases dating back nearly 15 years. Despite collecting N6.3 trillion in revenue in 2024, less than 1% came from overtime cargo sales. The Customs boss stressed that the Service's goal…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has provided an update on its ongoing recruitment exercise, which began with an official advertisement published in national newspapers on December 27, 2024. A total of 3,927 vacancies have been declared across three cadres: Superintendent, Inspectorate, and Customs Assistant. Key Highlights Application and Documentary Scrutiny*: The Service received 573,523 applications, with 286,697 candidates shortlisted for the next phase. Computer-Based Test (CBT)*: The CBT will be conducted online from September 14th to 21st, 2025, and candidates can choose any location with reliable internet access. Pre-Test Exercise*: A mandatory pre-test exercise will be conducted two days before…

In a stunning display of revenue generation prowess, the Apapa Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has broken its own record with a staggering ₦20.1 billion collection in a single day. This remarkable feat was achieved on September 9, 2025, just 24 hours after Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba assumed office as the new Customs Area Controller. A New Benchmark The ₦20,156,077,098.56 collection is the highest daily revenue ever recorded by any command in the Nigeria Customs Service using the Unified Customs Management System (B'Odogwu). This achievement is a testament to the command's dedication to excellence and Comptroller Oshoba's leadership. A…

The Port Harcourt II Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has welcomed a new leader, Comptroller Aliyu M Alkali, who has taken over as the 26th Customs Area Controller. The handover ceremony, which took place on September 10, 2025, was marked by a warm reception from stakeholders, including security agencies, terminal operators, and freight forwarders. A Smooth Transition The outgoing Customs Area Controller, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs (ACG) Mohammed Babandede, handed over the leadership of the Command after a tenure marked by significant achievements. ACG Babandede thanked officers and stakeholders for their support and cooperation, requesting continued synergy with…

The Seme Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has a new leader, Comptroller Wale Adenuga, who has formally taken over from Assistant Comptroller-General (ACG) Oramalugo. In his inaugural address, Comptroller Adenuga outlined his vision for the Command, emphasizing trade facilitation, security, and collaboration with stakeholders. Key Highlights of the Handover Trade Facilitation*: Comptroller Adenuga pledged to prioritize trade facilitation, ensuring that stakeholders' consignments are cleared within the shortest possible time. Collaboration*: He committed to working closely with sister agencies, traditional rulers, youth, and the media to create a conducive environment for business to thrive. Discipline and Commitment*: The new…

The Apapa Customs Command has a new leader, Comptroller EOA Oshoba, who has officially taken over from Assistant Comptroller-General (ACG) BO Olomu. In his inaugural address, Comptroller Oshoba emphasized his commitment to fostering an environment of excellence, collaboration, and innovation within the command. Key Highlights of the Handover Renewed Dedication*: Comptroller Oshoba called for renewed dedication and shared vision for excellence among officers and stakeholders. Three-Step Approach*: He outlined his approach to leadership, focusing on "Look, Listen, and Learn" to understand the command's challenges and opportunities. Collaboration and Innovation*: The new CAC emphasized the importance of working together to build…