The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Apapa Area Command, has recorded an unprecedented ₦323 billion in revenue collection for July 2026, its highest monthly revenue figure since inception.
The landmark performance was disclosed by the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, during the Command’s monthly meeting with Deputy Comptrollers of Terminals and Unit Heads on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
The July revenue surpassed the Command’s previous record of ₦304 billion achieved in October 2025, further highlighting the impact of ongoing reforms and improved compliance within Nigeria’s busiest maritime trade corridor.
Oshoba attributed the feat to a combination of policy support, operational reforms, digitalisation, intelligence-driven enforcement, improved compliance and greater stability in the foreign exchange market.
He commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, MFR, PhD, and the NCS management team for their commitment to modernising the Service, noting that recent innovations have streamlined customs operations and provided clearer direction for personnel.
According to him, the improved performance of the B’Odogwu digital system, which initially encountered operational challenges, has contributed significantly to the Command’s improved efficiency and revenue performance.
He also highlighted the impact of the One-Stop Shop (OSS) initiative, which he said has accelerated cargo clearance and created a more predictable trading environment for legitimate businesses.
The CAC further identified the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) framework as another major contributor to the Command’s revenue growth, noting that more than 200 beneficiaries are currently operating under the programme.
Oshoba also credited the Command’s intelligence-led enforcement operations for strengthening compliance and curbing practices such as false declarations and attempts to undermine the Service’s valuation principles.
The Apapa Customs boss specifically commended the economic policies of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly the relative stability in the foreign exchange market.
He explained that improved predictability in the forex environment has enabled importers and other business operators to plan more effectively, make informed decisions and conduct international trade with greater confidence.
Beyond revenue generation, Oshoba challenged officers to identify their individual contributions to the Command’s overall performance, particularly through effective interventions.
He urged personnel to continually ask what additional value they are bringing to their respective areas of responsibility apart from routine revenue collection.
The CAC also reaffirmed the importance of trade facilitation and ease of doing business, directing officers to resolve disputes promptly, maintain proper documentation and utilise the Post Clearance Audit (PCA) process where necessary.
On stakeholder engagement, Oshoba charged officers to build relationships based on professionalism, respect and collaboration.
“When you interact with stakeholders, let them leave your office with hope rather than despair. As a leader, do not allow anyone who comes to you to depart feeling hopeless or depressed. Give people hope.”
He acknowledged the cooperation of stakeholders and sister government agencies, saying their support has contributed to improved compliance and a more orderly business environment at the port.
The CAC urged officers to maintain transparency, discipline and professionalism while keeping pace with evolving digital customs processes. He also encouraged personnel to seek guidance from experienced colleagues whenever necessary.
Oshoba further described effective leadership as a collective responsibility, urging Staff Officers to work closely with Deputy Comptrollers to strengthen discipline and promote a healthy workplace built on teamwork, empathy, compassion and concern for staff welfare.
He called for heightened security awareness, effective supervision, continuous in-house training and strict adherence to approved procedures.
While congratulating officers and compliant stakeholders on the record-breaking revenue performance, the CAC cautioned that the achievement should be viewed as a springboard for even greater results.
He charged the Command to sustain the momentum, deepen professional development and remain focused on productivity, trade facilitation and efficient service delivery as the 2026 fiscal year progresses.
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