The Tincan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) recorded a remarkable revenue boost in January 2026, generating ₦145.9 billion—an increase of ₦25.9 billion compared to ₦116.412 billion in the same period last year.
Comptroller Frank Onyeka, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), disclosed this during a media briefing on Tuesday, 17 February 2026, and emphasised the command’s commitment to fast-tracking cargo clearance and facilitating legitimate trade.
“What we intend to do going forward is to be known as a trade enabler. We are committed to simplifying procedures and making the port experience seamless for legitimate traders,” Onyeka said.
He credited the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, for providing strong institutional support, which he said has laid a solid foundation for operational efficiency and improved revenue performance.
Onyeka further highlighted the importance of stakeholder collaboration in reducing cargo dwell time. “Nobody should be proud of keeping cargo in the ports for two weeks. We are putting all hands on deck to ensure that cargo delays become a thing of the past,” he stated.
While reiterating the command’s focus on trade facilitation, Onyeka stressed that security remains paramount. Consignments flagged by scanning systems will continue to undergo physical inspection to protect national security.
He also commended journalists for their professionalism, urging continued fact-based reporting and verification of information before publication.
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