October 12, 2025

Year: 2025

Customs, Manufacturers seal strategic Deal on 4% FOB Exemptions, Trade facilitation

 

 

 

Customs, Manufacturers Seal Strategic Deal On 4% FOB Exemptions, Trade Facilitation

By Babatunde Aremu

In a landmark move to strengthen Nigeria’s industrial base and ease the cost of doing business, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) have reached a strategic agreement to exempt manufacturers from the controversial 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge and deepen trade facilitation efforts.… More...

Nigeria reaffirms Maritime leadership at 2025 World Maritime Day

 

Nigeria Reaffirms Maritime Leadership At 2025 World Maritime Day Celebration

By Babatunde Aremu

Nigeria’s maritime ambitions took center stage today as the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, delivered a keynote address at the 2025 World Maritime Day celebration held at Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.… More...

Apapa customs set to commence Scanning of 200 containers Per hour , assures stakeholders of seamless Trade

 

Apapa customs set to commence Scanning of 200 Containers Per Hour, assures stakeholders of seamless Trade

By Babatunde Aremu

Customs Area Controller of Apapa Port Command, Comptroller Oluwadare Oshoba has urged port users and stakeholders to brace up for more seamless trade process following more giant strides being achieved by the Nigerian Customs Service modernisation project with the commencement of fixed scanners installation.… More...

NNPP’ members not part of Kwankwaso’s intentions to join APC – Secretary

 

 

NNPP members not part of Kwankwaso’s intentions to join APC -Secretary

The National Secretary of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) Comrade Ogini Olaposi on Monday clarified that plans to join the APC is by Sen. Rabiu Kwankwaso and his Kwankwasiya movement and not the party.… More...

Customs, MAN strengthen Partnership, promote wider mutual engagements

 

Customs, MAN strengthen partnership, promote  Wider Mutual Engagements

By Babatunde Aremu

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has emphasised the need for the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) to build a lasting friendship and partnership through a deeper understanding of their respective challenges.… More...

Dr. Basil Nwolisa unveils Anti- corruption Handbook, urges Nigerians to reject socialized corruption

 

Dr. Basil Nwolisa Unveils Anti-Corruption Handbook, Urges Nigerians to Reject “Socialized Corruption

By Babatunde Aremu

President of the Association of Nigeria Customs Brokers and the National Compliance Joint Task Force of Licensed Customs Agents (NCJTFLCA), Dr. Basil Nwolisa, has called on Nigerians to rise against what he described as “socialized corruption,” warning that the nation risks collapse if systemic extortion and abuse are left unchecked.… More...

Maritime Gulf challenge Debuts in Lagos, Retired Naval Admiral Adeniran Emerges winner

 

Maritime Golf Challenge Debuts in Lagos, Retired Naval Admiral Adeniran Emerges Winner

By Babatunde Aremu

The maiden edition of the Nigerian Maritime Golf Challenge held in Lagos yesterday brought together key stakeholders in the maritime and golfing communities, with retired Rear Admiral David Adegbola Adeniran clinching the overall maritime nett title.… More...

SEME CUSTOMS CELEBRATES PROMOTION OF 66 SENIOR OFFICERS

 

SEME CUSTOMS  CELEBRATES PROMOTION OF 66 SENIOR OFFICERS

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Seme Area Command was filled with joy on Thursday, 18 September 2025, as 66 senior officers, promoted by the Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) during its 63rd Regular Meeting in Abuja, were decorated at the ECOWAS Complex, Joint Border Post (JBP), Seme-Krake.… More...

Hon. Jimoh Olawale saliu hits the ground running as Apapa-Iganmu LCDA celebrates successful completion of Olugbani summer coaching programme

 

Hon. Jimoh Olawale saliu hits the ground running as Apapa-Iganmu LCDA Celebrates Successful conclusion of Olugbani Summer Coaching Programme

By Babatunde Aremu

The Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has wrapped up its inaugural Olugbani Summer Coaching program, marking a significant milestone in the community’s educational development.… More...

Customs, Police Strengthen collaboration as force PRO visits NCS Headquarters, Abuja

 

Customs , Police Strengthen Collaboration as Force PRO Visits NCS Headquarters, Abuja

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Wednesday, 17 September 2025, hosted the newly appointed Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) of the Nigeria Police Force, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Benjamin Hundeyin, at its Headquarters in Abuja.… More...