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Breaking Chains of Corruption: Dr. Basil Nwolisa’s Handbook Sparks National Revolution

Dr. Basil Nwolisa, President of the Association of Nigeria Customs Brokers and the National Compliance Joint Task Force of Licensed Customs Agents (NCJTFLCA), has unveiled a handbook aimed at unraveling corruption in Nigeria. Titled "The Toll of Corruption in Nigeria," the book exposes the tricks and game plans of those who exploit ordinary citizens, particularly along major routes like the East-West Road and Lagos-Barracks-West Road”. Dr. Nwolisa is urging Nigerians to rise against "socialized corruption," warning that the nation risks collapse if systemic extortion and abuse are left unchecked. He emphasizes that the book is a call to revolution against…
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Clarion Shipping Revolutionizes Nigerian Maritime Industry with Direct China-Nigeria Service & Unmatched Incentives

Clarion Shipping West Africa Limited has launched a groundbreaking direct shipping service from China to Nigeria, offering a range of incentives to attract Nigerian shippers, freight forwarders, and the trading community. The company’s Vice President, Mrs. Bernadine Eloka, announced the initiative at the unveiling of its newly acquired container vessel, MV Ocean Dragon, in Lagos. Incentives Galore The incentives include $500 reduction in freight charges for every 40ft container*: A significant discount to make Nigerian cargo more affordable and globally competitive $300 reduction for every 20ft container*: Further cost savings for shippers and freight forwarders Zero-container-deposit policy*: Freeing up capital…
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Tin Can Island Customs Command Achieves Record-Breaking ₦159bn Revenue & Celebrates 187 Promotions

The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has made history by recording its highest monthly revenue collection of ₦159 billion in August 2025. This achievement coincided with a grand celebration as 187 officers were decorated with their new ranks. A Testament to Hard Work The Command's Comptroller, Frank Onyeka, attributed the revenue breakthrough to the successful deployment of the indigenous B’Odogwu trade platform, which has significantly improved trade facilitation and enhanced revenue performance. He praised the commitment of his officers, men of the command, and stakeholders for contributing to the achievement. Promotions Galore Comptroller Onyeka…
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Lagos Free Trade Zone Command Celebrates Excellence: 29 Officers Decorated with New Ranks

The Lagos Free Trade Zone Command of the Nigeria Customs Service recently held a decoration ceremony for 29 newly promoted officers, marking a significant milestone in their careers. The officers were promoted to various ranks, including 2 Deputy Comptrollers to Comptroller* 2 Assistant Comptrollers to Deputy Comptroller* 6 Chief Superintendents to Assistant Comptroller* 5 Superintendents to Chief Superintendent* 7 Deputy Superintendents to Superintendent* 2 Assistant Superintendent I to Deputy Superintendent* 2 Assistant Superintendent II to Assistant Superintendent I* 2 Inspectors to Assistant Superintendent II* 2 Assistant Inspectors to Inspector* A Call to Greater Responsibility The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller HKA…
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Seme Customs Command Shines Bright: 66 Senior Officers Decorated in Grand Ceremony

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Seme Area Command, recently celebrated a significant milestone with the decoration of 66 senior officers who were promoted by the Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB). The ceremony, held at the ECOWAS Complex, Joint Border Post (JBP), Seme-Krake, was filled with joy, unity, and renewed dedication to the Service. A Call to Greater Service The Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Wale Adenuga, congratulated the officers and reminded them that promotions come with both honor and responsibility. He emphasized that the promotion is not a license for pride but a call to greater service, urging them to…
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Apapa Customs Command Celebrates Excellence: 200 Officers Decorated with New Ranks

The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Command, recently held a decoration ceremony for 200 newly promoted officers, marking a significant milestone in their careers. The officers were promoted to various ranks, including eight Deputy Comptrollers elevated to Comptroller, 30 Assistant Comptrollers to Deputy Comptroller, and 35 Superintendents to Chief Superintendent of Customs. A Call to Higher Standards The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, implored the newly promoted officers to uphold the highest ethical standards required by the Service. He emphasized that the promotions were a testament to hard work and dedication, charging the officers to demonstrate greater commitment to their…
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Apapa Customs Command Celebrates Excellence: 200 Officers Decorated with New Ranks The Nigeria Customs Service, Apapa Command, recently held a decoration ceremony for 200 newly promoted officers, marking a significant milestone in their careers. The officers were promoted to various ranks, including eight Deputy Comptrollers elevated to Comptroller, 30 Assistant Comptrollers to Deputy Comptroller, and 35 Superintendents to Chief Superintendent of Customs. ### A Call to Higher Standards The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, implored the newly promoted officers to uphold the highest ethical standards required by the Service. He emphasized that the promotions were a testament to hard…
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Nigeria Customs Service Celebrates Excellence: Compt. Shuaibu Decorates Newly Promoted Officers

The Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Federal Operations Unit FOU, Zone A, Compt. Mohammed Shuaibu, recently decorated newly promoted officers in the unit, marking a significant moment in the history of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS). A Celebration of Dedication and Loyalty Comptroller Shuaibu congratulated the officers on their well-deserved promotions, emphasizing that the promotions were not just about new ranks but a recognition of dedication and loyalty. He commended the officers for their diligence, integrity, courage, and professionalism, stating that their elevation was a reward for hard work. Greater Responsibility The CAC reminded the newly promoted personnel that…
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Nigeria Customs Service Celebrates Promotions: A Testimony to Excellence and Dedication

Nigeria Customs Service Celebrates Promotions: A Testimony to Excellence and Dedication

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…
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Customs CG Reveals Alarming Truth About Overtime Cargoes: Over 50% of Complaints Stem from Port Congestion

Customs CG Reveals Alarming Truth About Overtime Cargoes: Over 50% of Complaints Stem from Port Congestion

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…
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