Apapa Customs Command Surpasses ₦1 Trillion in Revenue Collection Ahead of Mid-Year

Apapa Customs Command Surpasses ₦1 Trillion in Revenue Collection Ahead of Mid-Year

In a record-setting performance, the Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has collected over ₦1 trillion in revenue—achieving the landmark figure well ahead of the 2025 mid-year mark. The command’s revenue table shows a total of ₦1,002,968,178,694.07, positioning it on track to exceed its previous annual record of ₦2.3 trillion set in 2024.

The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, fsi, described the achievement as a testament to strategic leadership, operational diligence, and the commitment of officers under his watch. He credited the success to the policy direction of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and the Command’s proactive measures in plugging revenue leakages.

“This early milestone is a strong indicator of our determination not only to match but surpass last year’s record by December,” said Olomu, who assumed office in May 2024. He commended the officers and men of the Apapa Command for maintaining the high standards he instituted, calling for intensified efforts in revenue generation, smuggling suppression, and trade facilitation.

He also emphasized the importance of intelligence sharing, collaboration with sister agencies, and regular stakeholder engagement in sustaining and improving the Command’s performance.

Highlighting the impact of reforms under the CGC’s leadership, Olomu noted that the ongoing deployment of the Unified Customs Management System—popularly known as B’Odogwu—has contributed significantly to operational efficiency. He revealed that training sessions are ongoing for licensed Customs agents and freight forwarders in preparation for the system’s full implementation.

“Our award-winning reputation remains unshaken as we continue to build on our record of excellence. This revenue milestone is proof that we are not resting on our oars,” Olomu stated. “In line with the CGC’s example, we are committed to continuous improvement and national service.”

He expressed appreciation to compliant stakeholders for their support and warned that any attempt to undermine economic policies or threaten national security through unlawful activities would be met with the full force of the law.

In 2024, Apapa Command received multiple recognitions for its revenue performance, including the CGC Award of Excellence. Comptroller Olomu himself was honoured as ‘Best Controller of the Year’ for his outstanding leadership and contribution to Customs’ core mandate delivery.

SC Tunde Ayagbalo
Public Relations Officer
Apapa Area Command, Nigeria Customs Service