Customs,Tincan Island Port Hits N1.576 Trillion, Exceeds 2025 Revenue Target by ₦51.8bn
By Ranmilowo Ojalumo -The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Tincan Island Port Command, on Tuesday declared a revenue collection of N1.756 Trillion, for the year 2025.
The revenue surpassed its 2025 target of ₦1.524 trillion assigned to the command for the fiscal year.
The Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller FO Onyeka, disclosed this on Tuesday during a press briefing held at the Tincan Island Port, Lagos.
According to him, the Command exceeded its annual revenue target by ₦51.83 billion, describing the achievement as a reflection of discipline, professionalism, and the collective commitment of officers and men of the Command.
“For the 2025 fiscal year, the Tincan Island Port Command was assigned a revenue target of ₦1,524,669,999,478.52. As at the time of this report, we have generated total revenue of ₦1,576,507,651,601.84,” Onyeka said.
He explained that major contributors to the revenue performance included bulk cargo, general merchandise, and the importation of used vehicles, noting that strict cargo examination and adherence to customs procedures ensured full collection of government revenue on imports.
The Comptroller revealed that a key focus of the Command in 2025 was the elimination of revenue leakages and operational inefficiencies, particularly the reduction of multiple and unnecessary alerts that previously slowed cargo clearance.
“By streamlining alerts and strengthening internal coordination, we improved efficiency while maintaining effective control,” he stated.
On trade facilitation, Onyeka said the Command sustained regular engagement with stakeholders such as importers, licensed customs agents, terminal operators, and shipping companies to create an enabling environment for legitimate trade.
Beyond revenue generation, the Controller reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to enforcement, stressing that intelligence-driven operations led to significant seizures of prohibited and improperly declared goods during the year.
“These seizures underscore our resolve not to compromise national security, public safety, or economic integrity, even as we facilitate trade,” he said.
Onyeka emphasized that surpassing the revenue target does not signal any relaxation in standards, assuring that officers and men of the Command remain fully mobilized to sustain revenue collection and enforcement for the rest of the year.
He commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, for his leadership, strategic direction, and support, adding that the Command’s achievements align with the Service’s reform and modernization agenda.
The Customs boss also appreciated stakeholders for improved compliance and thanked members of the press for their consistent support and reportage.
“As we move forward, the Command remains committed to consolidating these gains, deepening transparency, and contributing effectively to the Federal Government’s fiscal policies,” Onyeka said.
