By Ayomide Otitoju
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has recorded a monthly revenue collection of ₦323 billion in July 2026, its highest-ever monthly revenue performance.
The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, disclosed the figure during the Command’s monthly meeting with Deputy Comptrollers of Terminals and Unit Heads on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
Oshoba attributed the record performance to policy support, operational reforms, improved compliance and stronger enforcement across the Command.
The latest figure surpassed the previous record of ₦304 billion recorded by the Command in October 2025 under Oshoba’s leadership.
The Area Controller commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and the management team for their efforts to modernise the Nigeria Customs Service.
He said innovations introduced under the modernisation programme had streamlined operations and improved the Command’s performance.
Oshoba highlighted the improved performance of the B’Odogwu system, which he said had undergone enhancements after earlier operational challenges.
He also credited the One-Stop Shop (OSS) initiative with reducing cargo delivery time and creating a more predictable environment for legitimate importers.
According to him, the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) framework, which currently has more than 200 beneficiaries, has also contributed positively to the Command’s revenue performance.
The Customs Area Controller said intelligence-led enforcement operations had strengthened compliance by helping officers detect false declarations and ensure adherence to approved valuation principles.
He also attributed part of the improved trading environment to the relative stability of the foreign exchange market under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Oshoba said greater predictability in the forex market had enabled businesses to plan more effectively and conduct trade with increased confidence.
He, however, urged officers to look beyond routine revenue collection and identify areas where their interventions could further improve the Command’s performance.
On trade facilitation, Oshoba directed officers to resolve disputes promptly, ensure proper documentation and adhere to the Post Clearance Audit (PCA) process when consignments require further scrutiny.
He also urged personnel to maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, stressing the need for professionalism, respect and collaboration.
“When you interact with stakeholders, let them leave your office with hope rather than despair,” Oshoba said.
He further called on officers to uphold transparency and discipline, adapt to evolving digital processes and seek guidance from experienced colleagues when necessary.
The CAC described effective leadership as a collective responsibility and urged staff officers to promote discipline, teamwork, empathy and a healthy working environment.
He also directed personnel to maintain security awareness, strengthen supervision, participate in continuous training and comply fully with approved procedures.
While commending officers and compliant stakeholders for the revenue milestone, Oshoba urged them to regard the achievement as a foundation for further improvements as the year progresses.
