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Customs Launches Smart Declaration Platform to End Airport Delays By Muhammad Bashir The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Monday, 18 May 2026, officially launched the Simplified Customs Advanced Declaration System (SCADS) at the International Wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, in a move aimed at improving passenger clearance, compliance and Customs operations. The platform, designed to simplify baggage declaration for inbound international passengers, is expected to reduce manual bottlenecks, improve transparency in revenue assessment and enhance operational efficiency at Nigeria’s international airports. Speaking at the official launch, the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of ICT/Modernisation, Oluyomi Adebakin, said the deployment marks another major step in the Service’s digital transformation agenda under the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi. DCG Adebakin said the initiative became necessary following operational challenges encountered on the Service’s previous passenger declaration platform earlier this year, stressing that, rather than allow the setbacks to slow operations, the Service chose to develop a stronger, more efficient alternative. “When the earlier platform experienced operational challenges, we chose not to see it as a setback. We saw it as an opportunity to build something better, stronger and more efficient,” she said. According to her, the newly introduced SCADS platform allows passengers to declare items before arrival, thereby reducing clearance time while improving compliance and operational integrity. “For passengers, this system creates the opportunity for advance declaration before arrival. It means faster clearance, easier compliance and smoother movement through our airports,” she added. The DCG further explained that the system will eliminate subjective revenue assessment by ensuring that duties are automatically generated based on declared items, their quantities, and their actual values. “When we talk about revenue collection, it is not about collecting more or less. It is about collecting the right revenue. With this system, assessment will now be more objective, accurate and driven by data,” she stated. She commended officers of the Non-Intrusive Inspection Unit, members of the deployment team and technical partners whose efforts made the pilot rollout possible. Earlier, the Customs Area Controller, FCT Area Command, Comptroller Victoria Alibo, described the selection of the Command for the pilot phase as a vote of confidence in its operational capacity. She said the new platform integrates passenger baggage and e-commerce declarations into a single digital framework designed to support global Customs best practices. “SCADS is designed to simplify declarations, reduce clearance time, eliminate manual bottlenecks and align our operations with international standards,” Comptroller Alibo said. She disclosed that the pilot phase will run for five days, from Monday, 18 May to Friday, 22 May 2026, during which officers will evaluate the system in a live environment ahead of nationwide deployment. The pilot launch of SCADS was attended by senior Customs officers, officials of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria, partner government agencies, technical teams and other key stakeholders in Nigeria’s aviation and border management ecosystem.

Daura Communities Commend Nigeria Customs Free Medical Outreach …As Service Concludes 7th Medical Corps Retreat By Abdulhadi Ibrahim The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has concluded its 7th Annual Medical Corps Retreat in Katsina State, with residents of Daura commending the Service for organising a free medical outreach to improve healthcare delivery in the community. The outreach programme, organised to mark the end of the five-day retreat, provided free medical consultations, drugs, eye screening, blood pressure checks, laboratory tests and health counselling to no fewer than 2,000 beneficiaries in Daura and surrounding communities. Speaking during the outreach exercise, the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of Human Resources Development, Tijjani Abe, said the initiative reflects the commitment of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, to promoting the well-being of officers, men and members of host communities. According to him, healthcare remains an important component of operational effectiveness and national development. “A healthy workforce remains the backbone of operational efficiency, productivity and institutional effectiveness,” he said. Also speaking, the Head of the Customs Medical Unit, Ethelbert Nnaji, explained that the outreach was organised to bring quality healthcare services closer to residents of Daura while strengthening the relationship between the NCS and border communities. He noted that the programme also provided an opportunity for Customs medical personnel to engage directly with residents through healthcare support and sensitisation activities. “We intend to continue exploring innovative healthcare solutions that will improve the well-being of officers and the communities where Customs operates,” Nnaji said. During the outreach, the medical team also visited schools in Daura, where medical items were distributed to pupils, alongside health awareness and sensitisation programmes aimed at promoting healthy living among schoolchildren. The team also paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Daura, Umar Faruk Umar, where discussions centred on community healthcare support and the importance of strengthening the relationship between the NCS and traditional institutions. Some residents who benefited from the outreach expressed appreciation to the NCS for the gesture, describing the programme as timely and impactful. To conclude the retreat, participants also visited the Katsina State Museum, where they were taken on a tour of sections showcasing the state's rich cultural heritage and historical artefacts. The retreat later ended with a colourful dinner attended by senior officers, medical personnel and guests, featuring entertainment and goodwill messages. Speaking during the dinner, the Customs Area Controller of Katsina Command, Comptroller Muhammed Musa, appreciated the leadership of the NCS and members of the Medical Corps for organising a successful retreat in the state. He also wished participants a safe journey back to their respective destinations while commending the peaceful conduct and cooperation witnessed throughout the programme.

Relief as COWA Supports Families of Fallen Customs Officers ...Charges Members on Legacy, Collaboration By Muhammad Bashir The Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA), on Friday, 15 May 2026, extended relief and emotional support to families of fallen Nigeria Customs officers, as the National President of the Association, Mrs Kikelomo Adeniyi, empowered widows with food items and financial support ahead of the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations in Abuja. The intervention, held at the National Secretariat of COWA in Gwarimpa, Abuja, formed part of activities marking the 2026 International Day of Families, with widows of deceased Customs personnel receiving essential household supplies and cash support in what many described as a soul-stirring gathering. Addressing the beneficiaries, Mrs Adeniyi said, "While no intervention can replace the husbands and fathers lost in service, the association remains committed to standing by their families and ensuring they are not abandoned." She said, “No amount of food or cash can replace the husbands and fathers we have lost, but please know that you are not forgotten. You are not alone. You are part of the COWA family, and a family does not abandon its own.” The COWA President said the outreach was beyond charity, noting that it reflects the association’s responsibility to continue supporting families of officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation. She said, “The support we are giving today may appear small, but it carries a bigger message that COWA remembers, COWA cares, and COWA will continue to stand beside you.” Mrs Adeniyi also assured the widows that the association would continue to support the education, welfare, and future of their children, stressing that, “To our widows, your story is not over. Your children are our children. Their education, welfare, and future matter to all of us.” The COWA National President had earlier charged leaders of the association across the country to move beyond ceremonial activities and focus on building enduring legacies through collaboration, empowerment, and community development. Mrs Adeniyi made this emphasis while addressing members of the COWA National Executive Council, Zonal Coordinators, and Command Chairpersons during the opening of the 2026 COWA Annual Convention at the Association’s National Secretariat in Abuja. She commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and members of the Customs Management Team for their consistent support for the association's growth. She also applauded members of the association nationwide for sustaining COWA's vision and encouraged them to strengthen partnerships with development institutions, non-governmental organisations, and community stakeholders. According to her, the future of the association lies not in visibility alone, noting that, “We are moving beyond being known for what we did to being respected for what we build. No chapter can do it alone, and no chapter should try to do it alone. Learn to collaborate, because if you do not collaborate, you will fall behind.” The COWA President challenged the women leaders to return to their various commands with unwavering commitment toward building stronger chapters capable of transforming lives in border communities and beyond. “Let this convention be remembered as the moment we consolidated our goals, sharpened our commitment, and positioned COWA as a leading women's development platform in Nigeria,” she said.

Customs, Sugar Council Deepen Collaboration on Nigeria’s Sugar Self-Sufficiency Drive By Muhammad Bashir The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Thursday, 14 May 2026, deepened its economic collaboration with the National Sugar Development Council, as the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, pledged the Service’s full institutional support towards Nigeria’s push for self-sufficiency in sugar production. CGC Adeniyi made the commitment at the NCS Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja, during a visit by a delegation from the National Sugar Development Council, led by its Executive Secretary, Kamar Bakrin. Speaking during the engagement, CGC Adeniyi said the NCS fully understands the critical role strategic partnerships play in protecting local industries and driving national economic growth, reiterating that similar collaborations in the past had delivered measurable results across key sectors of the economy. Recalling previous experiences, the Customs CG said coordinated engagements between government institutions and private stakeholders had paved the way for strengthening local production in sectors where Nigeria once depended heavily on imports. “This is exactly the kind of collaboration we seek with the National Sugar Development Council. The NCS is fully ready to support the Council in achieving Nigeria’s vision of self-sufficiency in sugar production,” he said. The CGC assured the Council that the Service would designate competent officers as focal persons to work directly with the Council. At the same time, both institutions would also hold periodic review meetings to assess progress, address challenges and sustain implementation. He further pledged Customs’ support in data sharing, import monitoring, and compliance enforcement, stressing that, as the gateway agency through which imported goods enter the country, the Service remains strategically positioned to support policy implementation. “Once there is transparency and integrity in the allocation process, enforcement on our part will not be difficult. We are committed to cooperation, transparency and sustained collaboration,” he added. Earlier, the Executive Secretary of the National Sugar Development Council, Kamar Bakrin, described the NCS as one of the most critical institutions in the realisation of Nigeria’s sugar master plan. According to him, the Council entered the meeting with high expectations but left with even greater confidence after the Comptroller-General demonstrated what he described as a deep understanding of the sugar sector and its relevance to industrial growth, employment generation, and rural economic development. “The NCS is perhaps the single most important institution in the realisation of our mandate. Today’s engagement exceeded our expectations,” Bakrin said. He disclosed that beyond verbal assurances, the Comptroller-General immediately outlined practical steps for implementation, including the creation of a joint working team and the designation of a Customs focal person to coordinate future engagements. “Immediately after we met with the Comptroller-General, we moved into a follow-up session where implementation of some of the decisions already commenced. We are leaving here with renewed confidence in this partnership,” he added.

ACG Babandede Commends LFTZ Command’s ₦253bn Revenue, Reaffirms Commitment to Staff Welfare By Lucy Nyambi The Zonal Coordinator in charge of Zone ‘A’, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs, Mohammed Babandede, has commended the Lagos Free Trade Zone (LFTZ) Command for generating over ₦253 billion in revenue within the first four months of 2026. Speaking during an official working visit to the Command on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, ACG Babandede praised officers and men of the Command for their dedication and urged them to maintain integrity, professionalism, and honesty in the discharge of their duties. "Please maintain your integrity. On behalf of the CGC, we are proud of the achievement you have recorded, and we know you are equal to the task", he said. The ACG also reassured officers that the Service's leadership under the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, remained committed to improving staff welfare by providing better accommodation and improved access to healthcare. “The CGC is passionate about your welfare. We are ensuring that all officers posted to this zone are well accommodated. And also hospitals will be available very soon for those of you that are taking over, so that at least each officer, including the retired officers, can access a healthcare facility,” he stated. In her remarks, the Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller of Customs, Hauwa Abubakar, described the visit as a major source of motivation to officers and men of the Command. She disclosed that the Command generated ₦253,385,539,061.88 between January and April 2026, compared to ₦179,869,059,647.00 recorded within the same period in 2025. "This indicates a significant revenue increase of ₦73,516,479,414.88k, which represents a 40.87% increase. Beyond revenue generation, the Command has remained committed to promoting trade facilitation while ensuring strict regulatory compliance in line with extant government fiscal policies and the vision of the CGC." As part of the visit, the ACG toured the Lekki Deep Sea Port and the Lagos Free Trade Zones Headquarters, where he met with stakeholders and operators within the zone. The Zonal Coordinator expressed satisfaction with feedback from investors and partners, saying, "I'm so happy, I'm so fulfilled because what we are telling the officers is always to ensure the growth of this zone, ensure that they work diligently with the operators. And they're happy with what the customs is doing", he concluded.

Port-Harcourt II Area Command Records Historic Revenue Performance, Intensifies Smuggling Effort By Bimpe Audu The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Port Harcourt II Area Command, Onne, has recorded what authorities described as an unprecedented revenue performance, while also tightening its grip on smuggling activities along the nation’s Eastern maritime corridor. Addressing journalists during a press briefing in Onne on Thursday, 14 May 2026, the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Aliyu Alkali, outlined the Command’s major achievements in revenue generation and anti-smuggling operations at the port. According to Comptroller Alkali, the Command generated over ₦77.3 billion in April 2026 alone, the highest monthly revenue collection ever recorded since the Command's establishment. He further disclosed that between January and April 2026, the Command generated a total of ₦258.2 billion, describing the figure as a landmark achievement in the Command's history. “This unprecedented revenue performance reflects the commitment of the Command to blocking leakages, facilitating legitimate trade, and ensuring full compliance with government fiscal policies. Our officers have remained resolute and professional in carrying out this mandate,” he said. Beyond revenue generation, the Command also uncovered several sophisticated smuggling attempts during the review period, exposing what he described as desperate tactics by some importers and agents to evade Customs duties. According to him, one such interception occurred in February 2026, when Customs officers uncovered a 40-foot container falsely declared as containing plumbing materials. Investigations later revealed that the original container identification number had allegedly been tampered with and replaced in an attempt to smuggle the cargo out of the port without paying the appropriate duties. The seized container had a Duty Paid Value (DPV) of ₦185.2 million. In another operation during the same month, officers intercepted nine additional 40-foot containers loaded with assorted goods, including fabrics, garments, LED lights, solar fans, building materials, and carpentry tools. The containers, with a combined DPV of over ₦1.25 billion, were reportedly linked to violations involving falsification of import documents, alteration of marks and numbers, and attempted evasion of Customs duties. The anti-smuggling drive continued in April when the Command intercepted six 20-foot containers carrying 1,100 jerricans of Super Delicieux Vegetable Oil valued at ₦494 million. Alkali explained that the importation contravened Section 55 of the Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023, which restricts the importation of refined vegetable oils to encourage local production and protect indigenous manufacturers. Also seized was a 40-foot container concealing about 600 cartons of unregistered Hyergra drugs hidden among ceiling fans, chilly cutters, and food packs. The illicit pharmaceutical products and other concealed items carried an estimated DPV of ₦139.3 million. Altogether, the Command recorded seizures involving 17 containers with a cumulative Duty Paid Value of over ₦2.06 billion during the review period. “We want to send a strong warning to all importers and agents involved in unlawful activities that the Nigeria Customs Service will not relent in its fight against smuggling and other illegal trade practices. Our surveillance and enforcement mechanisms remain active and effective, and anyone attempting to circumvent the law will face the full consequences,” he warned. He, however, encouraged compliant traders to continue conducting legitimate business in line with extant laws and import regulations. Alkali commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, for providing strategic leadership and institutional support that continues to enhance operational efficiency across Commands nationwide. He further praised officers and men of the Port Harcourt II Area Command for their vigilance, professionalism, and resilience, noting that their commitment remains central to the Command’s successes. The briefing ended with appreciation for the media's sustained public awareness of the Service's activities and operations.

CGC Adeniyi Advocates Human-Centred Digital Transformation at UNILORIN International Conference By Folusho Adeogun The Comptroller General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi MFR has once again reaffirmed his commitment to responsible digital transformation and innovation-driven governance, as he delivered a keynote address at the 4th Biennial International Conference organised by the Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences, University of Ilorin, in collaboration with the Faculty of Philology, RUDN University, Russia. The international conference, themed “Disruptive Technology: Human and Artificial Intelligence in the Digital Economy,” held on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, at the University of Ilorin Main Auditorium, brought together academics, communication scholars, technology experts, researchers, head of sister agencies, and policymakers to examine the growing impact of digital innovation and artificial intelligence on governance, education, trade, and economic development. Speaking during the conference, CGC Adeniyi emphasised the need for institutions to strike a balance between technological advancement and human responsibility, noting that the future of the digital economy depends not only on artificial intelligence but also on ethics, leadership, and institutional competence. “The digital age is, in the end, a human story, and the real test of our generation is not how powerful our machines become, but how wisely our societies choose to use them,” Adeniyi stated. He observed that disruptive technology has already transformed global systems through digital payments, e-commerce, artificial intelligence, and smart technologies, stressing that the world is no longer preparing for disruption but already operating within it. According to him, the role of government institutions is to ensure that innovation strengthens public trust, transparency, and operational efficiency rather than weakening accountability structures. Drawing from the Nigeria Customs Service experience, the CGC highlighted the Service’s ongoing digital transformation initiatives, particularly the deployment of the B’Odogwu Unified Customs Management System, which has enhanced trade facilitation, cargo processing, and inter-agency collaboration. He disclosed that the platform generated over N230 billion at the PTML Command within its first eight months of deployment, while cargo clearance timelines for compliant traders had been reduced to less than eight hours. “The partnership, not the rivalry, between human and artificial intelligence is where the real value lies,” he said, adding that technology remains most effective when guided by clear institutional purpose and strong ethical standards. Adeniyi further stressed that while artificial intelligence can improve efficiency, risk management, and decision-making, human expertise and leadership remain central to effective governance and enforcement operations. “Technology changes processes; leadership and expertise still deliver the results,” he added. The CGC also called for stronger collaboration among universities, research institutions, and public agencies to develop practical solutions to emerging digital and governance challenges. He noted that universities must move beyond theoretical learning to become active drivers of innovation and policy development. He identified several research areas where academia can support Customs modernisation efforts, including digital compliance systems, artificial intelligence-driven risk targeting, public trust communication strategies, and governance of cross-border data flows. Adeniyi further urged African countries to develop locally relevant digital governance frameworks rooted in African realities, legal systems, and developmental priorities, stressing that technological advancement must remain accountable to the citizens it serves. On the sidelines of the conference, the CGC engaged with heads of other government agencies, scholars, communication professionals, traditional leaders, and institutional leaders on opportunities for collaboration in digital research, innovation, community development, and capacity development.

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