Nigeria customs service news update

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

Latest News

  1. Customs Seize N1.8 Billion Worth of Contraband Goods: The Nigeria Customs Service (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 pieces of used vehicles. (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 "Customs Automated System (AS) 2.0", allows for electronic submission of customs declarations and payment of duties. (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 through the Seme Border in Ogun State. The goods were seized and the smugglers arrested. (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 duties, taxes, and other charges. (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 Appointments and Promotions

  1. Comptroller-General of Customs Appointed: Colonel Hammed Ali (Rtd) has been appointed as the Comptroller-General of Customs, replacing Colonel Hameed Ibrahim Ali (Rtd). (Source: Premium Times)
  2. New Customs Area Controllers Appointed: The NCS has appointed new Customs Area Controllers for various commands, including the Apapa Command, the Seme Command, and the Port Harcourt Command. (Source: The Nation)

Other News

  1. Customs Partners with Banks to Improve Revenue Collection: The NCS has partnered with several banks to improve revenue collection and reduce the use of cash in transactions. The partnership aims to increase transparency and reduce corruption. (Source: ThisDay Live)
  2. Customs Launches Online Portal for Customs Clearance: The NCS has launched an online portal for customs clearance, aimed at reducing clearance time and increasing revenue. The portal allows for electronic submission of customs declarations and payment of duties. (Source: Punch Newspapers)

Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive.