June 2, 2026

Year: 2026

Predictive enforcement key to Tackling Smuggling, says Customs FOU Zone ‘A’ Comptroller Gambo

 

Predictive Enforcement Key to Tackling Smuggling, Says Customs FOU Zone A Comptroller Gambo

By Babatunde Aremu

The Comptroller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A, Comptroller Gambo, has said the unit is shifting from reactive enforcement operations to predictive enforcement through the deployment of geospatial intelligence technology aimed at improving border security and combating smuggling activities across the country.… More...

Customs, Nigeria’s China Envoy Partner on legitimate Trade facilitation, fight against illicit Drugs

 

Customs, Nigeria’s China Envoy Partner on legitimate Trade facilitation, fight against illicit Drugs

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has renewed its commitment to boosting legitimate trade with China while clamping down on illicit economic activities. This effort centers on tightening enforcement and strengthening bilateral cooperation to create a more secure, streamlined economic partnership between both nations.… More...

Customs CG, Adeniyi Rallies support for NIPR Secretariat, Envisions National Edifice of Pride

Customs CG, Adeniyi Rallies Support for NIPR Secretariat, Envisions National Edifice of Pride

By Babatunde Aremu

The Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, has called for stronger support towards the completion of the Nigeria Institute of Public Relations’ National Secretariat project in Abuja, saying the public relations profession deserves a national edifice Nigerians can identify with and take pride in.… More...

Western Marine Customs seizes Cannabis, Pharmaceuticals, Hands over to NDLEA, NAFDAC

 

Western Marine Customs Seizes Cannabis, Pharmaceuticals, Hands Over to NDLEA, NAFDAC

By Tunde Ojudun

The Western Marine Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted 822 loaves of cannabis and 532 bottles of controlled pharmaceutical products, handing them over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) after intelligence-led operations along Nigeria’s waterways.… More...

MARAN, NPCC move to Deepen Collaboration on Port efficiency

 

 

 

 

MARAN, NPCC move to Deepen Collaboration on Port efficiency

By Babatunde Aremu

The newly elected leadership of the Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria (MARAN) has pledged to deepen collaboration with the Nigerian Port Consultative Council (NPCC) as part of efforts aimed at promoting reforms, professionalism and sustainable development within the nation’s maritime industry.… More...

MARAN must remain Maritime industry’s Credible Voice,Says Dr.Segun Musa

 

MARAN Must Remain Maritime industry’s Credible Voice , Says Dr.Segun Musa

By Babatunde Aremu

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Widescope International Logistics Limited, Alhaji (Dr.) Segun Alade Musa, has charged the newly elected leadership of the Maritime Reporters’ Association of Nigeria to preserve the association’s longstanding reputation as a credible voice in Nigeria’s maritime industry.… More...

Western Marine Customs Hands over 822 loaves of Cannabis, Codeine to NDLEA, NAFDAC

 

 

 

 

Western Marine Customs Hands Over 822 Loaves of Cannabis, Codeine to NDLEA, NAFDAC

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service, Western Marine Command, has handed over 822 loaves of cannabis and 532 bottles of controlled pharmaceutical products concealed in used clothing to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).… More...

Navy calls for stronger Maritime Security Collaboration as NIMASA Graduates 177 Deep Blue Trainees

 

Navy Calls for Stronger Maritime Security Collaboration as NIMASA Graduates 177 Deep Blue Trainees

By Babatunde Aremu

The Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, has called for sustained inter-agency collaboration to strengthen Nigeria’s maritime security architecture, describing the Deep Blue Project as a model for tackling maritime crime in the Gulf of Guinea.… More...

Customs Launches Smart Declaration Platform to speed up passenger Clearance at the Airport

 

Customs Launches Smart Declaration Platform to speed up passenger Clearance at the Airport

By Babatunde Aremu

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.… More...

PMAWCA Board meets in Lagos as Marine & Blue Economy Minister outlines Nigeria’s plan to lead West, Central Africa Trade

 

PMAWCA Board Meets in Lagos as Marine & Blue Economy Minister Outlines Nigeria’s Plan to Lead West, Central Africa Trade

By Babatunde Aremu

Port authorities from across West and Central Africa gathered in Lagos on Monday as the Port Management Association of West and Central Africa (PMAWCA) opened its Mid-Year Board Session, with Nigeria’s Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Dr.… More...