Esther Komolafe

The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has approved the appointment of four Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) and twelve Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs) in a bid to strengthen the Service's leadership structure. The appointments were made to fill vacancies created by recent retirements and ensure equitable representation across the six geopolitical zones. New Appointments - *Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs):*     - AB Mohammed (North-West)     - GO Omale (North-Central)     - OC Orbih (South-South)     - D Nnadi (South-East) - *Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs):*     - MP Binga (North-East)     - CA Awo (South-East)     - AB Shuaibu…

TheNigeria Customs Service (NCS) Federal Operations Unit, Zone A, has made a significant breakthrough in its efforts to combat smuggling and secure the nation's borders. In two separate operations in Ogun and Ondo states, the unit seized 15 assorted rifles, 4,841 rounds of live ammunition, and two industrial drones worth N377.1 million. Seized Items - *Firearms:* 14 JOJEF Magnum semi-automatic firearms (Italian-made) and 1 Mossberg pump-action shotgun (US-made) - *Ammunition:* 4,841 rounds of live ammunition - *Drones:* 2 industrial drones without proper documentation - *Other Items:* 2 cartons of Danu Spaghetti and bales of used clothing Operations Details The seizures…

The Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has collected a staggering ₦215 billion in revenue using the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS), also known as B'Odogwu, in August 2025. Despite reported network glitches, the Command's Customs Area Controller, Babatunde Olomu, has reassured stakeholders of the system's efficiency and effectiveness. A Testament to Resilience and Patriotism Comptroller Olomu attributed the impressive revenue collection to the increased confidence and continuous improvement of the B'Odogwu system. He thanked stakeholders and officers for their unrelenting support, describing their patience and belief in the system as invaluable contributions to the national economy. The Controller…

Le Look Nigeria Limited, a renowned manufacturer of luxury lifestyle branded bags, is gearing up to celebrate its 40th anniversary on October 1, 2025. The event, themed "Legacy of Resilience: Empowering Entrepreneurs for Africa's Economic Future," promises to be a landmark occasion, bringing together senior government officials, private sector leaders, development partners, and entrepreneurs. A Legacy of Innovation and Empowerment Founded in 1985 by Chief Mrs. Chinwe Ezenwa, Le Look Nigeria has grown from a small women-led business to a globally recognized brand, exporting unique, locally crafted bags to international markets. The company has stayed true to its mission of…

The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Ikeja, of the Nigeria Customs Service, has handed over three truck-loads of various expired pharmaceutical products worth ₦3.8 billion to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC). This handover is a significant milestone in the fight against fake and counterfeit products in Nigeria. The handover is a result of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Nigeria Customs Service and NAFDAC. The Comptroller of FOU, Lagos, Mohammed Shuaibu, reaffirmed the Service's dedication to upholding the terms of the MoU and promoting collaborative efforts with NAFDAC. The expired drugs, which…

The Executive Secretary/CEO of the Nigerian Shippers' Council, has delivered a goodwill message at the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) Annual Lecture, calling for a review and removal of war risk insurance surcharges imposed on vessels calling at Nigerian ports. The lecture's theme, "Burden of War Risk Insurance Surcharge on Nigerian Maritime Trade – A Case for Review," reflects a critical concern shared by industry stakeholders, government agencies, and economic actors. Despite remarkable progress in maritime security, Nigeria remains unfairly classified as a high-risk shipping zone, attracting exorbitant war risk insurance premiums and surcharges. The Nigerian Shippers' Council has…

The Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has called for the immediate review and removal of war risk insurance premiums imposed on Nigerian-bound vessels. Speaking at the 3rd Annual Maritime Lecture of the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN), Oyetola described the surcharge as "outdated, unjust, and detrimental to the nation's economic competitiveness." Oyetola's demand comes on the heels of significant achievements in Nigeria's maritime sector, including: Record revenue generation: Agency-generated revenues more than doubled from ₦700.79 billion in 2023 to ₦1.39 trillion in 2024. Maritime security: Zero piracy incidents recorded in the past four years due to…

The Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has collected a staggering ₦161,258,483,474.63 in revenue within three weeks using the Unified Customs Management System, also known as B'Odogwu. The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, has reassured stakeholders that the system will continue to improve and surpass user expectations. Comptroller Olomu commended stakeholders for their patience and understanding, expressing optimism that the B'Odogwu platform will facilitate more trade than previous ICT systems. He attributed the success to the intense stakeholders' engagement championed by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR. The Command has initiated dialogue with the Nigerian…