October 12, 2025

MARITIME

Customs reaffirms commitment to CSR Drive, promises Support for sister agencies

 

Customs  Reaffirms commitment to CSR Drive, promises Support for Sister Agencies

By Babatunde Aremu

The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has reiterated the Nigeria Customs Service’s (NCS) commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and pledged continued support for sister government agencies in carrying out their mandates.… More...

Nigeria customs introduces one- stop -shop to minimise cargo clearance Time

 

Nigeria Customs Introduces One-Stop-Shop to Minimise Cargo Clearance Time

By Babatunde Aremu

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has  officially introduced its One-Stop-Shop (OSS) Initiative , a major reform expected to reduce cargo clearance time to 48 hours.

The initiative was unveiled during a meeting with NCS Management and Customs Area Controllers in Abuja.… More...

Oyetola urges innovative financing to Drive Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy

 

 

 

Oyetola Urges Innovative Financing to Drive Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy

By Babatunde Aremu

The  Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola, has declared that finance remains the decisive factor in transforming Nigeria’s bold new vision for its marine and blue economy into tangible impact, stressing that without sustainable investment, the country risks leaving its vast marine resources underutilised.… More...

Airline operators Board of Trustees commends Nigeria customs for Business – Friendly reforms

 

Airline Operators’ Board of Trustees Commends Nigeria Customs for Business-Friendly Reforms

By Babatunde Aremu

The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), led by President Abdulmunaf Sarina, lauded the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) for its significant business-friendly reforms, marking a new era of collaboration between the airline industry and customs.… More...

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...

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...

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...