Abayomi Susan
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has recorded a monthly revenue collection of ₦323 billion in July 2026, its highest-ever figure, according to the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba.
The latest performance surpasses the Command’s previous record of ₦304 billion, recorded in October 2025 under Oshoba’s leadership.
Oshoba disclosed the revenue figure during the Command’s monthly meeting with Deputy Comptrollers of Terminals and Unit Heads on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
He attributed the record performance to a combination of government policy support, operational reforms, improved compliance and greater stability in the foreign exchange market.
The Customs Area Controller commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and the NCS management team for their continued efforts to modernise the Service.
“We recognise and acknowledge the CGC’s devotion and dedication to the modernisation project of the Nigerian Customs Service. The management team has introduced several innovations that have streamlined our activities and given us clear direction,” Oshoba said.
He highlighted improvements in the B’Odogwu system, noting that although the platform initially experienced challenges, subsequent enhancements had improved its effectiveness and contributed to stronger operational outcomes.
Oshoba also cited the One-Stop Shop (OSS) initiative as another important reform, saying it has helped reduce cargo delivery times and created a more predictable environment for legitimate trade.
He further noted that the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) framework, which currently has more than 200 beneficiaries, had positively contributed to the Command’s revenue performance.
According to him, intelligence-driven enforcement operations have also strengthened compliance by helping officers identify false declarations and enforce the Service’s approved valuation principles.
The CAC attributed part of the improved business environment to the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly the relative stability in the foreign exchange market.
He said greater predictability in the forex market had enabled businesses to plan more effectively, make informed decisions and conduct international trade with increased confidence.
Oshoba urged officers to look beyond routine revenue collection and identify ways to contribute more meaningfully to the Command’s performance.
“In your Area of Responsibility, you must ask yourself, apart from the normal revenue generated by your Unit, what is your own contribution in terms of intervention? What have I added?” he asked.
The CAC also emphasised the importance of trade facilitation and ease of doing business, directing officers to resolve disputes promptly and ensure proper documentation and adherence to the Post Clearance Audit (PCA) process where consignments require further scrutiny.
On stakeholder relations, Oshoba urged officers to maintain professionalism and ensure that members of the business community receive fair and respectful treatment.
“When you interact with stakeholders, let them leave your office with hope rather than despair,” he said, stressing the importance of trust, collaboration and professionalism.
He also called on personnel to uphold transparency and discipline, remain familiar with evolving digital processes and seek guidance from experienced colleagues where necessary.
Oshoba described effective leadership as a collective responsibility and urged Staff Officers to work with Deputy Controllers to promote discipline and maintain a healthy work environment built on teamwork, empathy and concern for staff welfare.
The CAC further directed personnel to maintain heightened security awareness, strengthen supervision, participate in continuous training and comply fully with approved procedures.
While commending officers and compliant stakeholders for the record revenue performance, Oshoba described the achievement as a foundation for further improvements and urged the Command to sustain the momentum through the remainder of 2026.
