NPA launches multi-agency task force to tackle resurgent Apapa traffic gridlock, moves against illegal checkpoints, extortion rings
NPA launches multi-agency task force to tackle resurgent Apapa traffic gridlock, moves against illegal checkpoints, extortion rings The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has launched a multi-agency task force to confront the resurgence of traffic gridlock on the Lagos ports access roads, in a fresh push to restore seamless cargo evacuation and sustain recent gains in […]
FG’s Green Tax Surcharge on Imported Vehicles Commences July 1, as Customs Sensitizes Stakeholders
Ahead of the July 1 commencement of the federal government’s Green Tax Surcharge on imported vehicles, the Nigeria Customs on June 26, 2026 continued its sensitization of importers, freight forwarders and customs agents. The June 26, sensitization programme took place at Apapa Area Command, bringing together Customs officers, licensed customs agents, freight forwarders, importers […]
Stakeholders demand urgent reforms, as Nigeria Loses N5trn annually to poor logistics
Stakeholders and operators in the transport sector have called for urgent reforms of the sector to curb the huge economic losses being incurred in the sector. They raised alarm that Nigeria is losing an estimated N5 trillion annually as 30 million and 40 million metric tonnes of food perish before reaching consumers due to the […]
No more temporary file upload on B’Odogwu platform, as NSW consolidates
Home No more temporary file upload on B’Odogwu platform, as NSW consolidates Don Climax Media June 24, 2026 The management of the National Single Window (NSW) has announced that there will be no more temporary file upload option on the Nigeria Customs Service’s B’Odogwu platform, effective June 22, 2026, marking another milestone in the ongoing […]
President Tinubu extends tenure of CGC Adeniyi for six months
The tenure of Customs Comptroller-General, Adewale Adeniyi, which ought to have expired on August 1, 2026, has been extended for another six months. This was disclosed in a release by the Special Adviser to the President on Information, Bayo Onanuga over the weekend (Friday). According to Onanuga, Adeniyi’s first tenure’s extension as Customs Comptroller-ought to […]
Trade Facilitation: Customs, American Business Council strengthen strategic partnership
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the American Business Council (ABC) have restated their commitment to fostering stronger trade relations and resolving operational challenges affecting businesses through sustained collaboration. The commitment was made during a quarterly stakeholder engagement held on June 16th, 2026 at the NCS Headquarters in Abuja. The two parties deliberated on measures […]
World Bank Group, Nigeria Customs collaborate on post clearance audit
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the World Bank Group have commenced a two-week Technical Assistance Mission on Post Clearance Audit (PCA) under the Accelerated Revenue Mobilisation Reform (ARMOR) Programme. The programme is aimed at strengthening compliance management, revenue assurance, and trade facilitation through modern audit practices. The workshop, which runs from June 1 to […]
FG declares Wednesday, Thursday public holidays
Home FG declares Wednesday, Thursday public holidays Don Climax Media May 27, 2026 The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 28, 2026, as public holidays to mark the Eid-el-Kabir celebration. The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, announced this in a statement issued on Monday by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, […]
Miko takes over PTML Command, pledges integrity, faster trade facilitation
Home Miko takes over PTML Command, pledges integrity, faster trade facilitation Don Climax Media May 27, 2026 Deputy Comptroller, (DC) Nura Miko has resumed as the Acting Controller of PTML Command, Lagos, promising integrity, due process, and seamless trade facilitation for all officers and stakeholders. The Customs Public Relations Officer, PTML Command, Chief Superintendent of Customs, […]
National Single Window crisis worsening
Home National Single Window crisis worsening Don Climax Media May19, 2026 The crisis which attended the roll out of the National Single Window (NSW) system on March 27, 2026, has continued to worsen, according to industry operators. This is contrary to the promises and optimism earlier expressed by government officials in charge of the system. […]
