Kebbi: Customs auctions 66,500 litres of seized petrol
The Nigeria Customs Service has auctioned 66,500 litres of seized petrol in Kebbi State as part of efforts to curb smuggling. Officials said the fuel was confiscated during operations targeting illegal transportation and cross-border smuggling activities. The auction was carried out in line with government regulations to dispose of perishable items quickly and transparently. Authorities […]
Customs intercepts smuggled goods worth over N1bn in Kano, Jigawa
The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted smuggled goods worth over ₦1.018 billion across Kano and Jigawa States between January and March 2026. The Acting Area Controller, Umar Adamu, disclosed this during his first press briefing in Kano, noting that the seizures were made through intelligence-led operations and patrols. Adamu explained that the operation was part […]
Customs intercepts N6.38bn expired drugs, codeine, security gear at Apapa
The Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted 13 containers carrying expired drugs, food items and restricted security equipment valued at about ₦6.38 billion at Apapa Port. The seizure was announced during a press briefing by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi in Lagos. According to Adeniyi, the operation followed intelligence-driven enforcement and the use of advanced […]
Outrage As Customs Officers Kill Car Dealer In Kebbi
There was widespread anger and fear in Birnin Kebbi, the Kebbi State capital, after reports emerged that operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service allegedly shot and killed a car dealer. The incident, which happened in broad daylight, has heightened tension among residents and traders in the area. The victim, identified as 45-year-old Tukur Alhaji Salihu, […]
Tinubu hails Customs boss Adeniyi at 60
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Col. Hameed Adeniyi (Rtd), on his 60th birthday. The president praised Adeniyi for his dedication and contributions to national revenue collection and border security. Tinubu highlighted the leadership and reforms Adeniyi has introduced in the Customs Service, noting that his efforts have strengthened Nigeria’s […]
Kaduna: Customs rakes in N14.6bn in Q4, records 35% revenue surge
The Nigeria Customs Service in Kaduna has recorded a major boost in revenue, generating N14.6 billion in the fourth quarter of the year. The figure represents a 35 per cent increase compared to the same period in the previous year, showing stronger enforcement and improved compliance among traders and importers. Customs officials attributed the growth […]
Customs, NDLEA intercept 30 slabs of cocaine at Apapa port
Officers of the Nigeria Customs Service at the Apapa Area Command, working with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, have seized 30 slabs of cocaine at the Apapa Port in Lagos. The drugs were discovered on a foreign ship identified as MV Aruna, which is registered in the Marshall Islands. The interception happened at the […]
Delayed remittances: Customs enforces 3% penalty interest on Nigerian banks
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced the enforcement of a 3 percent penalty interest on Nigerian banks that fail to remit collected revenues on time. The move is aimed at strengthening financial discipline and ensuring government funds are promptly paid into official accounts. According to Customs, delayed remittances by banks have affected revenue flow to […]
Olukayode Afeni assumes office as new Ogun 1 Area Controller of Customs
Olukayode Afeni has officially assumed office as the new Ogun 1 Area Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service. His appointment marks a significant step in the agency’s effort to strengthen border management and customs operations in the region. At the swearing-in ceremony, Afeni pledged to uphold the values of integrity, professionalism, and efficiency. He emphasized […]
Custom seizes petroleum products worth N181.6m in Adamawa
The Nigeria Customs Service has confiscated petroleum products valued at N181.6 million in Adamawa State. The seizure was part of ongoing efforts to curb smuggling and illegal trade in petroleum products across the country. According to the Customs authorities, the operation led to the arrest of individuals involved in transporting the products without proper documentation. […]