Tin Can Customs Command Surpasses N1.5 Trillion Target, Records N51.8 Billion Surplus in 2025
The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has achieved a landmark revenue milestone for the 2025 fiscal year, exceeding its annual target by over N51.8 billion.
Speaking at a press briefing in Lagos, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Frank Onyeka, announced that the Command generated a total revenue of N1.576 trillion against an assigned target of N1.524 trillion, marking a remarkable surplus of N51.84 billion.
Comptroller Onyeka attributed this outstanding performance to the discipline, professionalism, and steadfast commitment of officers and men of the Command.
He explained that the achievement was the result of deliberate reforms, improved operational processes, and collective responsibility across all units.
“Major revenue drivers in 2025 included bulk cargo, general merchandise, and the importation of used vehicles, which constitute a significant portion of trade throughput at the port,” he said, noting that strict cargo examination procedures and adherence to customs regulations ensured full and accurate revenue collection on all eligible imports.
The CAC highlighted that the elimination of revenue leakages and operational inefficiencies remained a key focus during the year. He revealed that issues such as multiple and unnecessary alerts, which had previously slowed cargo clearance and created opportunities for abuse, were addressed through streamlined alert management and strengthened internal coordination.
“This approach improved efficiency while maintaining effective customs control,” he emphasised.
Comptroller Onyeka further stated that the Command sustained robust engagement with stakeholders, including importers, licensed customs agents, terminal operators, and shipping companies, to foster an enabling environment for legitimate trade.
Beyond revenue collection, the CAC underscored the Command’s continued commitment to enforcement. He noted that intelligence-driven operations led to significant seizures of prohibited and improperly declared goods, demonstrating the balance between trade facilitation and national security.
“These seizures underscore our resolve to facilitate trade without compromising national security, public safety, or economic integrity,” he added.
Comptroller Onyeka assured that surpassing the annual revenue target would not lead to any relaxation of standards. Officers and men of the Command remain fully mobilised to sustain revenue collection, intensify compliance enforcement, and ensure all revenues due to the Federal Government are properly assessed, collected, and accounted for.
He expressed deep appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, for his strategic leadership and institutional support, which have been pivotal in aligning the Command’s performance with the Service’s reform and modernisation agenda.
He also commended stakeholders for improved compliance, officers and men for their discipline and dedication, and the media for consistent support and objective reportage.
“As we move forward, the Command remains committed to consolidating these gains, deepening transparency, and contributing effectively to the Federal Government’s fiscal objectives,” Comptroller Onyeka concluded.
