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Here are some recent news updates on customs in Nigeria from Naija.ng:

  1. Customs Seize N1.8bn Worth of Contraband Goods: The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has seized contraband goods worth N1.8 billion at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The seized goods include 1,140 bags of foreign rice, 1,320 cartons of frozen poultry products, and 1,000 pieces of used vehicles. (Source: Naija.ng, March 2023)
  2. Customs Introduces New Automated System for Clearance: The Nigeria Customs Service has introduced a new automated system for clearance of goods at the nation's seaports. The system, known as the "e-Customs" platform, is designed to reduce clearance time and increase revenue generation for the government. (Source: Naija.ng, February 2023)
  3. Customs Foils Smuggling Attempt at Seme Border: The Nigeria Customs Service has foiled an attempt to smuggle 1,000 bags of foreign rice into the country through the Seme Border in Lagos. The seized rice was valued at N2.5 million. (Source: Naija.ng, January 2023)
  4. Customs Generates N1.3 Trillion Revenue in 2022: The Nigeria Customs Service has generated N1.3 trillion in revenue in 2022, representing a 15% increase from the previous year. The revenue was generated from the clearance of goods at the nation's seaports and borders. (Source: Naija.ng, December 2022)
  5. Customs Seizes 1,000 Bags of Fake Rice: The Nigeria Customs Service has seized 1,000 bags of fake rice at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The seized rice was valued at N2.5 million and was intended for sale in the country. (Source: Naija.ng, November 2022)
  6. Customs Introduces New Policy on Vehicle Importation: The Nigeria Customs Service has introduced a new policy on vehicle importation, which requires importers to pay a 35% duty on vehicles imported into the country. The policy is aimed at reducing the number of used vehicles imported into the country. (Source: Naija.ng, October 2022)
  7. Customs Seizes N500 Million Worth of Contraband Goods: The Nigeria Customs Service has seized contraband goods worth N500 million at the Seme Border in Lagos. The seized goods include 1,000 bags of foreign rice, 500 cartons of frozen poultry products, and 100 pieces of used vehicles. (Source: Naija.ng, September 2022)

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