Tin Can Customs Command’s Revenue Generation Soars to N747 Billion in H1 2025

The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has announced a remarkable revenue collection of N747.07 billion for the first half of 2025. This figure indicates a 29.85% increase compared to the N575.36 billion recorded during the same timeframe in 2024, highlighting a substantial growth in revenue generation. Comptroller Frank Onyeka, the command’s Customs Area Controller, stated that this outstanding performance reflects the command’s dedication to enhancing national revenue and facilitating efficient trade.

Factors Contributing to Revenue Growth

The command’s enhanced performance can be linked to the implementation of the new Bodogwu clearance system. This system has optimized the customs process and improved operational efficiency by processing 3,450 Single Goods Declarations and successfully clearing 2,749 entries during the period. Furthermore, multiple stakeholder training sessions were organized to further enhance performance. The command’s monthly revenue collections consistently exceeded both projections and figures from the previous year, with January 2025 generating N116.41 billion, an increase from N88.43 billion in January 2024. February 2025 followed with N103.25 billion, surpassing the previous year’s N100.25 billion. March 2025 recorded N128.27 billion, while April 2025 increased to N145.02 billion, a significant rise from N95.70 billion in April 2024. May 2025 yielded N128.45 billion, up from N92.67 billion in May 2024, and June 2025 concluded the period with N125.68 billion, a notable increase from N83.19 billion in June 2024.

Security Efforts and Future Commitment

In addition to revenue generation, the command has heightened its security initiatives. Notably, it transferred illicit drugs valued at over N8.05 billion to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and intercepted a container filled with arms and ammunition, which was subsequently handed over to the Department of State Services for further investigation. Comptroller Onyeka reiterated the command’s dedication to enhancing national revenue, protecting Nigeria’s borders, and ensuring effective trade facilitation at one of the nation’s busiest ports. During the first quarter, the command processed 282 vessels, with significant bulk imports such as wheat, sugar, malt, laboratory chemicals, drilling rods, and general cargo.

The Tin Can Customs Command’s remarkable revenue increase in the first half of 2025 serves as evidence of its dedication to effective trade facilitation and national revenue generation. With its bolstered security measures and improved operational efficiency, the command is well-positioned to continue its crucial role in Nigeria’s economic advancement. As the command looks ahead, it is expected to capitalize on its current momentum, utilizing its strengths to foster further growth and development.