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Customs Records Major Anti - Smuggling Success, Strengthens Revenue Drive
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Customs Strengthens Cargo Inspection Capacity Through Advanced Image Analysis Training
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The Nigeria Customs Service Public Relations Unit Produced the Overall Best and Second Overall Best Graduates at the Just-Concluded Senior Course 14 from the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada
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Customs, Defence Intelligence College Deepen Security Collaboration The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reaffirmed the importance of intelligence-led operations and inter-agency cooperation in tackling evolving security threats as the Kano/Jigawa Area Command hosted participants of Defence Intelligence Officers’ Course 22/2026 on a national study tour in Kano. According to a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer of the Kano/Jigawa Area Command, Chief Superintendent of Customs Tahir Balarabe, and made available to journalists on Friday, 27 June 2026, the study tour took place on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, under the theme, “Operational Intelligence for National Crisis Prevention and Response.” Receiving the delegation at the Command Headquarters, the Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Usman Adamu, described the visit as timely, noting that intelligence sharing remains one of the strongest tools for protecting national security and sustaining legitimate trade. He said, “The Command would continue to work closely with sister security agencies in safeguarding the country’s borders and supporting government fiscal policies. “Our operational successes are largely driven by credible intelligence and collaboration with other security agencies. As security challenges continue to evolve, information sharing and coordinated operations have become more important than ever.” Speaking on behalf of the Commandant of the Defence Intelligence College, Group Captain Abdulaziz Adisa said Kano was selected for strategic reasons. He explained that, “One of the aims of this tour is to collaborate with NCS and identify lessons that could strengthen national crisis prevention and response.” Participants also received a technical presentation from the Acting Deputy Comptroller in charge of Enforcement, Assistant Comptroller of Customs Muhammad Zanna, who highlighted the Command’s intelligence-driven operations, border security strategies, inter-agency partnerships and operational challenges, while outlining measures adopted to improve enforcement and information sharing. On behalf of the participants, Defence Intelligence Officer Abdullahi Abubakar thanked the Command for the warm reception and the professional insights shared during the visit, describing the engagement as enriching and valuable to their course objectives.
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Customs Deepens Security Collaboration with Police, NSCDC in Benue The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), North-Eastern Marine (NEM) Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening inter-agency collaboration through strategic engagements with the Benue State Police Command and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) to enhance maritime security, intelligence sharing and coordinated law enforcement operations. This was contained in a statement signed by the Command's Public Relations Officer, Assistant Superintendent of Customs I Peter Prinkwap Longmen, in Makurdi on June 27, 2026, on behalf of the Acting Comptroller, NEM Command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs (DC) Akpesiri Ikewun. The statement said the Acting Comptroller NEM Command paid separate courtesy visits to the Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP Cletus Nwadiogbu, and the Commandant of the NSCDC, Benue State Command, Commandant Larai Burrus, during which discussions focused on strengthening operational synergy to combat insecurity, smuggling, and maritime crimes. Speaking during the engagements, DC Ikewun said the visits were in line with one of the policy thrusts of the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, which emphasises Collaboration as a key driver of effective security and service delivery. "This visit is a practical demonstration of the Nigeria Customs Service's commitment to building stronger partnerships with sister security agencies. We remain committed to intelligence sharing, joint patrols and operational cooperation that will strengthen national security, secure our waterways and support national development," Ikewun said. The DC Ikenwu further stressed the need for sustained collaboration to tackle smuggling, maritime crimes, and other emerging security threats affecting riverine and border communities, noting that effective intelligence sharing remains essential to the Customs Service's border security and anti-smuggling mandate. Responding, CP Nwadiogbu commended the NCS for initiating the engagements, saying no single security agency could effectively address Nigeria's growing security challenges. "What is required is greater collaboration, intelligence sharing, professionalism and mutual respect among all security agencies. We must eliminate unhealthy rivalry and place national interest above institutional differences," he said, adding that intelligence previously provided by Customs had helped the Police address insecurity in riverine communities. Similarly, Commandant Larai Burrus welcomed the initiative and reaffirmed the NSCDC's commitment to closer cooperation with the NCS. "The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps remains committed to deepening cooperation with the Nigeria Customs Service through intelligence exchange, joint operations and capacity development for the overall security of Benue State and the nation," she stated. The statement noted that the engagements underscore the NCS's determination to institutionalise stronger partnerships with sister security agencies in line with the vision of the CGC, with the ultimate goal of enhancing operational efficiency, improving border security and promoting lasting peace and national development in Benue State and across Nigeria.
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Customs ​PR Officers Sweep Top Honours as 50 Graduate from NCCSC Gwagwalada The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has graduated 50 officers from the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, with two officers from the Service’s National Public Relations Unit emerging as the Overall Best and Second Best Graduating Students in Senior Course 14/2026. A major highlight of the graduation ceremony, held at the Ahmed Makarfi Hall of the College on Friday, 26 June 2026, was the emergence of Chief Superintendent of Customs Ridwan Yusuf as the Overall Best Graduating Student and Chief Superintendent of Customs Nuruddeen Sa’idu as the Second Best Graduating Student. Both officers serve in the Service's Public Relations Unit. In his message to the graduating officers, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, represented by the Commander, Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs Sulaiman Chiroma, congratulated them on completing one of the Service’s most demanding professional training programmes. DCG Chiroma charged the officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, discipline and courage, saying, “To whom much is given, much is expected. On behalf of the Comptroller-General of Customs, I urge you to remain mission-focused and continue to serve the nation with honesty, integrity and dedication.” Earlier, the Commandant of the College, Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs Duwoh Gaura, reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to producing competent officers in line with the Comptroller-General’s vision of a more efficient, technology-driven and professional NCS. The graduation marked another milestone in the Service’s commitment to developing highly skilled officers capable of meeting the evolving demands of Customs administration and border management. The College had earlier, on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, held a Regimental Dinner at the NCCSC Hotel, Gwagwalada, in honour of the graduating officers. The event was attended by members of the Service’s Management Team, senior officers and guests. It was graced by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, represented by DCG Sulaiman Chiroma.
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Ogun I Customs Reinforces Border Security Operations, Exposes Concealment Tactics The Ogun I Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intensified its border security operations, intercepting multiple contraband items and exposing the increasingly deceptive concealment tactics used by smugglers to evade detection. The Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs (DC) Oladapo Afeni, disclosed this at the Command's monthly press briefing on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect public health and block prohibited items from entering through border corridors. "In line with our efforts to prevent fatal road crashes caused by the use of substandard, second-hand tyres, on 3 June 2026, the command’s patrol team covering Ijebu-Ode axis intercepted a wonder truck with Reg No ENU-660-XY, bearing a deceptive 'For Sale' inscription, boldly written on the truck, designed to divert the attention of our officers. A thorough physical examination revealed that the vehicle was conveying 2,427 pieces of smuggled pneumatic tyres," he said. Afeni further revealed that on 16 June 2026, a patrol team intercepted a truck along the Itori-Wasimi-Abeokuta axis after the driver attempted to evade arrest. A detailed examination of the truck uncovered 113 bags of foreign parboiled rice carefully concealed beneath bags of cement. "Allowing uncustomed goods of this nature into our markets directly undermines and paralyses local industries, ultimately worsening unemployment among our teeming youth. We remain resolute in our mandate to protect the national economy and secure our land borders," he stated. Afeni disclosed that other seizures recorded include 9,482 parcels of cannabis sativa, 16,525 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), 475 litres of diesel, 7,642 pairs of footwear, 63 sacks of foreign sugar, and 73 bales of second-hand clothing. He added that the total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of all items stood at N4,628,591,970.16. In line with inter-agency collaboration, the Command handed over the seized cannabis sativa and other regulated items to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in accordance with the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023. Receiving the cannabis on behalf of the NDLEA, the Commander of Idiroko Special Area Command, Ekundayo Williams, stressed the need for collective action. "Like I always say, the drug problem is not an NDLEA problem alone. Soon, we will be having international collaboration against drug trafficking, signifying that it is an international concern. So, I urge everyone to play their part for us to achieve the required result," he said.
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Customs Western Marine Command Deepens Collaboration on Security, Community Development The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Western Marine Command, and stakeholders in the Apapa corridor have reaffirmed their commitment to collaboration on security, operational efficiency, and community development. The pledge was made during a courtesy visit by the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria, MWUN Ibafon Maintenance Unit, led by Chairman Oluwole Egbayelo, to the Command headquarters on Tuesday, 17 June, 2026. Egbayelo highlighted how cooperation between Customs, workers, and residents has created a safer, more conducive environment for operations. "The transformation is clear to everyone, and we sincerely appreciate the Comptroller and his officers for bringing stability to this corridor," he said. The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Patrick Ntadi, described collaboration as the foundation of the Command’s approach. He said projects like the Wale Adeniyi Sports Arena (WASA) show partnership in action and must be actively used to sustain long-term security and development. "It is not enough to admire the facility; it must be used. We want to see children, families, and young people actively engaging there because that is how real community security and development are sustained," Ntadi added. Also speaking, Baale of Apapa Community, Chief Kayode Azeez, commended the strong working relationship between the Western Marine Command and residents. He noted that the cooperation has contributed to peace and progress in the area. "We are grateful for your leadership and commitment. May God continue to grant you wisdom, strength, and protection as you serve this nation. The community truly appreciates what you have done," Azeez said. In recognition of its impact, the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Ibafon Maintenance Unit, honoured the Command for its contributions to a safer, more efficient working environment within the corridor. The engagement concluded with maritime workers, community leaders, and the Western Marine Command renewing their commitment to working together to sustain security, promote peaceful coexistence, and advance development across the Apapa corridor.
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Customs Continues Nationwide Sensitisation on Green Tax Ahead of July 1 Implementation The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has continued its nationwide sensitisation campaign on the implementation of the Green Tax Surcharge and related fiscal adjustments ahead of its commencement on July 1, 2026. The initiative aims to promote environmental sustainability, reduce carbon emissions, and encourage the importation of cleaner vehicles into the country, in line with global environmental standards. The sensitisation programme, held at Apapa Area Command on Friday, 26 June 2026, brought together Customs officers, licensed customs agents, freight forwarders, importers and other key stakeholders under the theme, “Implementation of the Green Tax Surcharge and Related Fiscal Adjustments." Representing the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, the Zonal Coordinator for Zone A, Mohammed Babadende, noted that the sensitisation exercise is intended to provide stakeholders with adequate information before the policy takes effect. “This sensitisation is designed to ensure that every stakeholder clearly understands the policy before implementation. Our objective is to eliminate uncertainty, promote voluntary compliance and guarantee uniform application of the Green Tax Surcharge across all commands,” he said. In a technical presentation, the Comptroller in charge of Tariff, System Audit and Coordination, Murtala Muazu, explained that the Green Tax Surcharge differs from conventional fiscal measures and would therefore require a distinct assessment process. He noted that the Service has introduced a simplified implementation mechanism through the HS Code declaration platform. He further disclosed that the Federal Government had simultaneously reduced import levies on vehicles from 20 percent to 10 percent, while duties on used vehicles have been cut from 15 percent to five percent to cushion the impact of the environmental surcharge. Area Controllers present urged importers, licensed customs agents and members of the public to support the initiative. They noted that the reduction in import levies would ease the cost of doing business, facilitate legitimate trade and ultimately reduce transportation costs across the country. Stakeholders at the event welcomed the initiative but called for sustained public awareness campaigns to ensure broader understanding and compliance as the rollout date approaches.
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Customs Volleyball Teams Shine as CGC Premier League Reaches Crucial Stage The men's and women's volleyball teams of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) recorded crucial victories at the ongoing 3rd Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) Volleyball Premier League in Abuja, underlining their status as strong title contenders as the first phase of the competition enters its decisive stage. The championship, which was preceded by a technical meeting on 15 June, officially commenced on June 16, 2026. The headline fixture saw the Customs men's team produce a remarkable comeback to defeat defending champions, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Spikers, 3-1 (21-25, 25-22, 25-19, 25-15). The victory came after the team had recently ended the unbeaten run of Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Spikers, further strengthening its credentials as one of the favourites for the title. The reigning champions in the women's category also maintained their impressive form with a commanding straight-set victory over Olalomi Royal Angels, winning 3-0 (25-18, 25-22, 25-7) to remain on course for another league title. Speaking after the victories, the Customs Sports Secretary, Superintendent of Customs Samuel Onikeku, attributed the team's impressive performances to the sustained investment of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and the Service's management in developing both players and coaches. According to Onikeku, the Service has continued to invest in advanced training for its coaches and expose its players to major international competitions, including tournaments in Kigali and Zone 3 events, noting that the investment is now yielding positive results. "Our goal is to conquer Africa. We are building a team that can compete at the continental level, and every phase of this league is part of that journey," he said. As the first phase of the competition draws to a close, both the Nigeria Customs Service's men and women's teams remain firmly in contention for the league titles, with their recent performances sending a strong message to their rivals ahead of the next stage of the tournament.
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Tincan Customs Seeks Stronger Media Cooperation for Transparency, Compliance Seeking to strengthen transparency and stakeholder engagement, the Tincan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has called for closer cooperation with the media to support efficient trade facilitation and compliance. The call was made during a media parley with the Customs Area Controller (CAC) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026. The CAC described the engagement as a deliberate step toward building trust with stakeholders, noting that the media plays a strategic role in shaping public understanding, promoting accountability, and enhancing compliance within the system. He said, "Your reportage significantly influences public perception of our activities, and by extension, the effectiveness of our mandate. In this regard, I want to make it clear that the press will play a vital role in our administration. You will be fully carried along in our policies, operations, reforms, and achievements." He further disclosed plans to support journalists through structured training programmes, sensitisation workshops, and other capacity-building initiatives aimed at improving the quality of maritime and Customs reporting, adding that the Command remains committed to ensuring a timely, accurate, and transparent flow of information. While seeking collaboration, the CAC also urged journalists to uphold professional standards. "Responsible journalism is critical to maintaining public trust, preventing misinformation, and ensuring that inaccurate or misleading narratives do not undermine our collective objectives." Highlighting the Command’s revenue performance, Comptroller Anani disclosed that the Command generated ₦111.2 billion in May 2026, attributing the achievement to improved compliance, enhanced operational efficiency, and the dedication of officers. In terms of operational direction, the CAC highlighted the Command's operational priorities, including strict compliance with the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and the continued deployment of technology-driven solutions to facilitate trade and improve efficiency. He expressed confidence that the Command would consolidate on the gains recorded so far and surpass previous achievements while maintaining constructive engagement with stakeholders to support national economic growth and trade facilitation.
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The comptroller general of customs is very particular about the welfare of both serving and retired officers - DC Maiwada
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Customs, NAFDAC join Forces Against Illicit Pharmaceuticals to Safeguard Public Health
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Customs Strengthens Cargo Inspection Capacity Through Advanced Image Analysis Training The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched a specialised training workshop for officers aiming to strengthen its cargo inspection capacity through advanced image analysis and interpretation. ​The initiative comes as global trade volumes rise and smugglers deploy increasingly sophisticated methods to evade border security. As a result, the NCS commenced a specialised workshop for senior officers involved in cargo inspection processes to strengthen their interpretation and analysis of cargo images. The training, which brought together Chief Examiners and Releasing Officers at the Apapa Area Command on 22 June 2026, forms part of the Service's broader strategy to enhance officers' competence in cargo image interpretation, reporting procedures, scanner operations, and non-intrusive inspection techniques. Declaring the programme open, the Customs Area Controller, Apapa Area Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, said the programme will ensure that all operational units have the skills to maximise the use of modern inspection technology. "While technology is important, professionalism, discipline and competence of our officers ultimately determine its effectiveness. A scanner can generate images, but it takes a well-trained and disciplined officer to accurately interpret those images, make informed decisions and take appropriate actions," He said. Also speaking during the workshop, the Chief Facilitator and Acting Comptroller, Non-Intrusive Inspection, Headquarters, Deputy Controller of Customs Umar Madugu, explained that the Service's gradual transition from conventional physical examination to non-intrusive inspection methods requires a highly skilled workforce. "The current operational demand highlights the need to strengthen the capacity of our chief examiners and inspection officers, especially at the seaports and airports. This training is designed to bridge knowledge gaps, improve detection capability and ensure overall operational efficiency," he stated. Participants described the workshop as timely and a necessary step towards modernising Customs processes and enhancing port security.
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Customs Summit Calls for Collective Action Against Insecurity in North-West Stakeholders at the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) North-West Security Summit have called for stronger inter-agency collaboration, enhanced community engagement and sustainable socio-economic interventions to tackle insecurity and promote stability across the region. The summit, approved by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, was held at the Presidential Lodge in Birnin Kebbi on June 18, 2026. According to a statement signed by Superintendent of Customs Mohammed Tajuddeen Salisu, Public Relations Officer for the Customs Area Controller, the event brought together representatives of the NCS, the military, police, traditional institutions, community leaders and other stakeholders to deliberate on ways of strengthening border security and regional stability. Chairman of the summit and Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs in charge of the NCS Enforcement, Inspection and Investigation Department, Timi Bomodi, said the gathering was designed to obtain direct feedback from communities and security stakeholders on measures required to improve security and support economic development. "Our collective goal is to create a safer environment that will enable the reopening of borders for legitimate trade and commerce when conditions permit. We must continue to engage communities, strengthen collaboration among security agencies and work together to address the factors that fuel insecurity," Bomodi said. The Deputy Governor of Kebbi State, Umar Tafida, who represented Governor Nasir Idris, reaffirmed the state government's commitment to supporting security agencies in safeguarding lives and property. Participants at the summit identified drug abuse, cross-border criminal activities, threats against informants and the displacement of some traditional rulers as key security concerns affecting communities in the state. Stakeholders stressed the need for stronger protection of informants and greater public confidence in the justice system to encourage the reporting of criminal activities. The summit also emphasised the importance of complementing security operations with non-kinetic measures such as youth empowerment, education, skills acquisition, agricultural support and economic opportunities. Security agencies highlighted ongoing efforts to improve coordination and operational effectiveness, but acknowledged challenges, including communication gaps and the evolving nature of cross-border crime.
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Happy World Drug Day 2026
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Happy Friday…
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Customs Intercepts Over 580,000 Unregistered Medicaments in Kano, Hands-Over to NAFDAC The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kano/Jigawa Area Command, has intercepted and handed over more than 580,000 unregistered pharmaceutical products to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) in Kano, in a move aimed at preventing unsafe medicines from reaching consumers. Speaking during the ceremony on Friday at the Customs House, Bompai, Kano, the Ag. Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Usman Adamu, said the products were intercepted on June 9, 2026, at the SAHCO Shed of the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport following intelligence-driven operations by officers of the Command. According to him, the consignments were later subjected to a joint examination by officials of the NCS and NAFDAC, which confirmed that the products lacked the mandatory registration and certification required for importation and distribution in Nigeria. DC Adamu disclosed that the seizure comprised 575,440 tablets of various medicaments, 5,415 injections, 1,075 bottles of eye drops and 243 inhaler canisters, adding that, “The interception underscores the commitment of the NCS to protecting public health and strengthening collaboration with regulatory agencies in combating the influx of illicit and uncertified pharmaceutical products into the country.” He said, “The products were found to be unregistered and therefore not approved for circulation in Nigeria. Their interception is part of our ongoing efforts to safeguard the health and well-being of Nigerians.” The Ag. CAC warned importers and distributors involved in the illegal importation of pharmaceutical products to desist from such activities, stressing that the Command would continue to intensify surveillance and enforcement operations against violators. Receiving the items on behalf of NAFDAC, Assistant Director in the agency’s Ports Inspection Directorate in Kano, Azik Kanadi, applauded the Customs Service for the interception, describing it as a significant step towards protecting citizens from potentially harmful pharmaceutical products. Kanadi warned importers against bringing unregistered medicines into the country, noting that drugs that have not undergone regulatory evaluation pose serious health risks to consumers, reiterating that, “NAFDAC will remain committed to working closely with Customs and other relevant agencies to prevent the circulation of unsafe medicines and ensure that only approved pharmaceutical products are available in the Nigerian market.”
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PRESS RELEASE NIGERIA, NETHERLANDS SIGN HISTORIC CUSTOMS ALLIANCE ON TRADE FACILITATION, BORDER SECURITY 1.Drawing from the need to facilitate legitimate trade and combat illegal cross-border activities, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Customs Administration of the Kingdom of the Netherlands have signed a Joint Declaration on strengthening collaboration between both Customs authorities, reinforcing ongoing efforts to enhance trade facilitation, border security, capacity building, and the fight against transnational organised crime. 2.This declaration was signed on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in Brussels by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, and the Director-General of Netherlands Customs, Mrs Nanette Van Schelven, following a series of high-level engagements between both administrations aimed at strengthening customs modernisation, intelligence sharing, compliance management, and enforcement cooperation. The development builds on the Service's bilateral working visit to the Netherlands in October 2025 and the subsequent visit of the Netherlands Customs delegation to Nigeria in March 2026. 3.During the initial engagements, the two administrations explored opportunities for cooperation in risk management, cargo clearance systems, trade facilitation, border control, supply chain security, capacity development, and the fight against illicit trade. In the Joint Declaration, both parties acknowledged Nigeria's strategic position as one of West Africa's leading economies and an important trading partner of the Netherlands. They further recognised that customs cooperation and institutional capacity-building are critical to facilitating legitimate trade while combating illegal cross-border activities. The declaration highlighted growing concerns over trafficking in narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances and their precursors, counterfeit goods, wildlife products, and weapons, noting that these threats require coordinated international responses. 4.The CGC, while signing the declaration, asserted that the Netherlands Customs have demonstrated immense value of international cooperation in addressing emerging trade and border management challenges. He added that the partnership will strengthen intelligence sharing, enhance capacity building, improve enforcement effectiveness, and support the collective efforts to secure international supply chains while facilitating legitimate trade. He described the declaration as a significant milestone in the Service's international cooperation agenda and a reflection of the strong relationship established between the two Customs administrations over the past years. 5.Furthermore, the Director-General of the Netherlands Customs, Mrs Nanette Van Schelven, stated that both administrations face similar challenges in an increasingly interconnected global trading environment. She noted that closer collaboration would promote mutual learning, strengthen operational capabilities, and improve efforts to tackle transnational organised crime while supporting efficient and transparent trade processes. 6.The declaration commits both parties to deepening collaboration through the exchange of expertise, training, knowledge sharing, and the development of structured cooperation frameworks. It further provides a foundation for developing a joint work plan and future cooperation mechanisms to enhance border efficiency, promote fair trade practices, strengthen supply chain security, and address the challenges associated with both legal and illegal cross-border movement of goods. ABDULLAHI MAIWADA, PhD, mnipr, mniia Deputy Comptroller of Customs National Public Relations Officer for Comptroller-General of Customs 25 June 2026
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Happy Seafarer Day 2026
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