The Tincan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has exceeded its 2025 revenue target of ₦1.52 with a total collection of ₦1.576 trillion—an impressive surplus of ₦51.84 billion.
The revenue guru while addressing the pressmen at a press briefing on Tuesday, Comptroller Frank O. Onyeka, the Customs Area Controller, described the achievement as a testament to the Command’s discipline, professionalism, and strategic reforms. He emphasized that the revenue growth was not coincidental but the result of deliberate efforts to enhance operational efficiency and accountability.
In his words, “This growth did not happen by chance; it is the outcome of deliberate reforms, improved processes, and collective responsibility.
“Our major revenue contributors remain bulk cargo, general merchandise, and the importation of used vehicles, which constitute a significant volume of trade passing through the Port. Through diligent cargo examination, and strict adherence to customs procedures, the Command ensured that government revenue due on these imports was fully collected.
“One of our key focus areas in 2025 was the elimination of revenue leakages and operational inefficiencies. We deliberately addressed the issue of multiple and unnecessary alerts, which had previously slowed down clearance processes and created room for abuse. By streamlining Alerts and strengthening internal.
Coordination, we improved efficiency while maintaining effective control.We also made conscious efforts to create an enabling environment for legitimate trade and to this end, the Command sustained regular and meaningful engagement with stakeholders which included importers, licensed customs agents, terminal operators, and shipping companies among others”, Onyeka said.
On the anti- smuggling feats, Comptroller Onyeka further said that beyond revenue collection, “the Command remained firm on its enforcement mandate which was achieved through intelligence-driven operations and vigilant monitoring. In the course of the year, we recorded significant seizures of prohibited and improperly declared goods, including items imported in contravention of existing laws and regulations.
” These seizures are a clear reminder that while we facilitate trade, we will not compromise national security, public safety, or economic integrity.
Comptroller Onyeka expressed deep appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, for his visionary leadership and institutional support. He credited the CGC’s emphasis on professionalism, automation, and stakeholder collaboration as foundational to the Command’s success.
He also commended the stakeholders for their cooperation and improved compliance with customs regulations. "My appreciation is also extended to the officers and men of the Command for their discipline, and hard work which they continue to demonstrate in the discharge of their duties"
The members of the press is not left out in our gratitude, as they have being consistent in their support and excellent reportage.
"As we move forward, the Command remains steadfast in its commitment to consolidating these gains, deepening transparency and contributing effectively to the growth of the Federal Government’s fiscal policies" Comptroller Onyeka said.
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