July 17, 2026

Year: 2026

BORDER SECURITY: CUSTOMS DEPLOYS INTERPOL GLOBAL INTELLIGENCE GRID TO NCS HQ , ABUJA

 

Customs Deploys Interpol Global Intelligence Grid to NCS , HQ, Abuja

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has strengthened its border security and intelligence capabilities by deploying an INTERPOL Data Centre at its Headquarters in Abuja, giving officers access to one of the world’s largest criminal intelligence networks.… More...

CGC ADENIYI EMPHASIZES INTEROPERABLE CUSTOMS SYSTEM AS KEY TO CUSTOMS -AFCFTA MODERNISATION PROJECT

 

 

CGC  Adeniyi Emphasises Interoperable Customs System as Key to AfCFTA- Customs Modernisation Project

By Babatunde Aremu

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has emphasised the need for interoperable customs systems across Africa, describing it as a critical requirement for the successful implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Customs Modernisation Project.… More...

CUSTOMS, AFREXIMBANK DEEPEN PARTNERSHIP ON TRADE FACILITATION

 

 

 

 

Customs, Afreximbank Deepen Partnership on Trade Facilitation

…Target One-Stop Border Posts, Regional Transit Systems to Boost Intra-African Trade

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has again reaffirmed its commitment to advancing intra-African trade by deepening its partnership with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to strengthen trade facilitation, enhance customs cooperation, and accelerate the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).… More...

NNPP threatens Fresh suit as INEC lists only Agbo, Excludes other NWC members

 

 

 

 

NNPP Threatens Fresh Suit As INEC lists only Agbo , Excludes other NWC members.

By Babatunde Aremu

The New Nigeria Peoples Party, NNPP, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to fully comply with a Federal High Court order by uploading its entire National Working Committee before July 15, 2026, warning that anything short of that will attract fresh legal action.… More...

NSC Boss, Akutah Charges Maritime Journalists on Ethical, Accurate Reporting

 

NSC Boss , Akutah Charges Maritime Journalists on Ethical, Accurate Reporting

By Babatunde Aremu

The Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr. Akutah Pius, MON, has called on maritime journalists to uphold the highest standards of ethics, accuracy and professionalism in reporting, describing responsible journalism as a critical pillar for the sustainable growth and development of Nigeria’s maritime industry.… More...

NPA, ANLCA AGREE TO TACKLE APAPA, TINCAN GRIDLOCK, STRENGTHEN ETO SYSTEM

 

 

 

 

NPA, ANLCA Agree to Tackle Apapa, Tin Can Gridlock, Strengthen Eto System

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, and the Association of Nigerian Licensed Customs Agents, ANLCA, have agreed to strengthen collaboration to improve ease of doing business, tackle traffic congestion on Apapa and Tin Can Island port corridors, and accelerate cargo evacuation.… More...

From Brussels to Abuja: Customs Management Welcomes CGC, Adeniyi, Celebrates Dual Leadership Milestones

 

From Brussels to Abuja: Customs Management Welcomes CGC,  Adeniyi  Celebrates Dual Leadership Milestones

By Babatunde Aremu

Upon his return from Brussels, on Monday, June 29, 2026, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, was warmly received by officers and men of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) at its Headquarters in Maitama, Abuja.… More...

CUSTOMS SEIZES N53.39B ILLICIT DRUGS, EXPIRED PHARMACEUTICALS IN 9 CONTAINERS AT APAPA PORT

 

Customs Seizes N53.39bn Illicit Drugs, Expired Pharmaceuticals in 9 Containers at Apapa Port

By Babatunde Aremu |

The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has intercepted nine containers of illicit drugs, expired pharmaceuticals and fake medical products with a combined Duty Paid Value of N53.39 billion at the Apapa Port, Lagos.… More...

CUSTOMS SEIZES N53.3B ILLICIT DRUGS, EXPIRED PHARMACEUTICALS IN 9 CONTAINERS AT APAPA PORT

 

Customs Seizes N53.39bn Illicit Drugs, Expired Pharmaceuticals in 9 Containers at Apapa Port

By Babatunde Aremu |

The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has intercepted nine containers of illicit drugs, expired pharmaceuticals and fake medical products with a combined Duty Paid Value of N53.39 billion at the Apapa Port, Lagos.… More...

NPQ LAUNCHES MULTI – AGENCY TASK FORCE TO CLEAR RESURGENT LAGOS PORT GRIDLOCK

 

NPA Launches Multi-Agency Task Force to Clear Resurgent Lagos Port Gridlock

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigerian Ports Authority, NPA, has constituted a multi-agency task force to tackle the resurgence of traffic gridlock on Lagos port access roads, as part of efforts to restore seamless cargo evacuation.… More...