KLT Customs Receives Staff College Delegation on One-Week Revenue, Tech Study Tour
By Isa Awesu
The Nigeria Customs Service Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command has received a delegation from the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada, Junior Course 26, on a one-week operational study tour focusing on enhancing revenue collection through technology-driven operations and professional commitment.
Addressing the Group 3 delegation, comprising 12 students, on Monday, 9 November 2026, the Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller Bolaji Adigun, said the visit would provide an opportunity to bridge the gap between classroom learning and practical operational experience.
“At the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command, we recognise technology as a critical tool for improving operational efficiency, promoting transparency, facilitating legitimate trade, and strengthening compliance through digital processes, risk management systems, intelligence-led operations, and collaboration with relevant government agencies,” he said.
Adigun explained that the Command under his leadership would continue to support the Service’s modernisation agenda. He highlighted the importance of officers’ professionalism and diligence in achieving expected results.
In her remarks, the Chief Instructor of the Junior Course Division, Assistant Controller of Customs Imaobong Etim, described the learning engagement as aligning with World Customs Organisation best practices on border and data-driven risk management.
“The Group 3 students’ research topic is: Leveraging Professionalism in Technology-Based Operations for Enhanced Customs Revenue Collection in Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command. It is important to mention that this Command is among those selected for the progressive deployment of the Unified Customs Management System, B’Odogwu, which allows for digital clearance, automated valuation, and reduced physical contact between traders and officers,” she said.
The engagement ended with the Acting Area Controller commending the leadership of the Customs Staff College, Gwagwalada, for the initiative to strengthen professional capacity and operational effectiveness within the Service, while assuring the learners of full cooperation and support throughout the exercise.
