The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Tin Can Island Port Command has recorded a major revenue milestone after generating N1.60 trillion in 2025, exceeding its annual target of N1.52 trillion.
The achievement was announced during the official handover ceremony following the promotion of the command’s former Customs Area Controller, Frank Onyeka, to the rank of Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs.
A statement issued by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Oscar Ivara, confirmed that the command also generated N401.01 billion in the first quarter of 2026, signalling continued strong performance at one of Nigeria’s busiest ports.
Speaking during the ceremony, Assistant Comptroller-General Frank Onyeka described his time as head of the Tin Can Island Port Command as one of the most fulfilling periods of his career in the Customs Service.
“This moment is both emotional and historic for me. Serving as the Customs Area Controller of this great command has been one of the greatest honours of my career,” Onyeka said.
He formally handed over leadership of the command to Comptroller Joe Anani, who previously served as Customs Area Controller at Ports and Terminal Multiservices Ltd.
Reflecting on the command’s achievements under his leadership, Onyeka said the impressive revenue growth was driven by discipline, intelligence-led enforcement, improved compliance strategies and stronger collaboration with stakeholders across the maritime sector.
“Under my leadership, the command generated N1.60 trillion in 2025, surpassing its target, and also recorded N401.01 billion in the first quarter of 2026,” he stated.
According to him, the command’s performance was supported by the deployment of modern trade facilitation tools and more efficient operational processes designed to boost transparency and compliance.
Beyond revenue collection, Onyeka disclosed that the command recorded significant anti-smuggling successes during his tenure, including the interception of illicit drugs and prohibited items worth over N35 billion.
“These seizures underscore our collective resolve to protect the nation from criminal networks and safeguard public health and security,” he said.
He further explained that the command strengthened cooperation with freight forwarders, shipping firms, terminal operators, importers and exporters in a bid to improve cargo clearance efficiency and ensure smoother port operations.
Onyeka also emphasised the importance of personnel development, noting that training programmes, workshops and professional capacity-building initiatives were prioritised to improve staff performance and operational effectiveness.
“I believe that the strength of any institution lies in the quality and preparedness of its personnel,” he added.
The newly promoted Assistant Comptroller-General commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, for providing leadership and institutional support throughout his tenure.
He also appreciated members of the media and industry stakeholders for their cooperation, while urging continued support for the incoming management team.
“Unity and continuity will remain critical to sustaining the command’s progress and achievements,” Onyeka noted.
The latest revenue figures further strengthen the command’s reputation as one of the top-performing revenue-generating units within the Nigeria Customs Service.
Earlier in 2025, the Tin Can Island Port Command had already demonstrated strong momentum after generating N747.07 billion between January and June, representing a 29.85 per cent increase compared to the N575.36 billion recorded during the same period in 2024.
The command also achieved 98.03 per cent of its half-year revenue target during that period, posting a surplus of N171.72 billion.
Customs authorities attributed part of the improved performance to the introduction of the Bodogwu clearance system, which enhanced cargo processing efficiency. Within the review period, the system reportedly processed 3,450 Single Goods Declarations and successfully exited 2,749 entries.
Industry observers say the sustained growth in customs revenue reflects ongoing reforms aimed at modernising port operations, improving trade facilitation and tightening enforcement against smuggling and revenue leakages at Nigerian seaports.