Nigeria custom service news

Here are some recent news updates from the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS):

Latest News

  1. Customs Seize N1.8 Billion Worth of Contraband Goods: The NCS has seized contraband goods worth N1.8 billion at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The goods included 1,140 bags of foreign rice, 1,320 cartons of frozen poultry products, and 1,000 cartons of frozen fish. (Source: Vanguard News)
  2. Customs Introduces New Automated System for Clearance: The NCS has introduced a new automated system for customs clearance, aimed at reducing clearance time and increasing revenue. The system, called the "e-Customs" platform, allows importers and exporters to clear their goods electronically. (Source: ThisDay Live)
  3. Customs Foils Smuggling Attempt at Seme Border: The NCS has foiled an attempt to smuggle 1,000 bags of foreign rice into Nigeria at the Seme Border in Badagry, Lagos. The goods were valued at N2.5 million. (Source: The Nation)
  4. Customs Generates N1.3 Trillion Revenue in 2022: The NCS has generated N1.3 trillion in revenue in 2022, a 15% increase from the previous year. The revenue was generated from the collection of customs duties, excise duties, and other taxes. (Source: Punch Newspapers)
  5. Customs Launches Operation "Swift Response" to Combat Smuggling: The NCS has launched Operation "Swift Response" to combat smuggling and other forms of trade malpractices. The operation aims to increase revenue and reduce smuggling at the nation's borders. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)

Recent Press Releases

  1. NCS Press Release: Customs Seizes Contraband Goods Worth N1.8 Billion: The NCS has issued a press release announcing the seizure of contraband goods worth N1.8 billion at the Apapa Port in Lagos. (Source: NCS Website)
  2. NCS Press Release: Customs Introduces New Automated System for Clearance: The NCS has issued a press release announcing the introduction of the "e-Customs" platform, a new automated system for customs clearance. (Source: NCS Website)
  3. NCS Press Release: Customs Foils Smuggling Attempt at Seme Border: The NCS has issued a press release announcing the foiling of an attempt to smuggle 1,000 bags of foreign rice into Nigeria at the Seme Border in Badagry, Lagos. (Source: NCS Website)

Recent Interviews

  1. Interview with the Comptroller-General of Customs: The Comptroller-General of Customs, Col. Hameed Ali (rtd), has given an interview to a national newspaper, discussing the challenges facing the NCS and its efforts to combat smuggling and other forms of trade malpractices. (Source: ThisDay Live)
  2. Interview with the Customs Area Controller, Apapa Command: The Customs Area Controller, Apapa Command, has given an interview to a national newspaper, discussing the efforts of the command to reduce smuggling and increase revenue. (Source: Vanguard News)

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