The Customs Area Controller, Tincan Island Command, Comptroller Frank Onyeka, said the command generated N1.57 trillion in 2025, surpassing its N1.52 trillion revenue target.
Onyeka disclosed this during a media parley at the Tincan Island Customs Command headquarters in Lagos on Tuesday.
He said the command recorded an extra N51.8 billion above its 2025 target, noting that revenue collection remained ongoing until Dec. 31.
Onyeka described the achievement as historic, attributing it to discipline, professionalism and deliberate policy decisions rather than chance.
“The command was given a revenue target of N1.524 trillion for 2025 and exceeded it through enhanced validation, delayed examination and strict adherence to procedures,” he said.
He added that the removal of multiple and unnecessary alerts eliminated delays and inconsistencies that had previously slowed cargo clearance and encouraged abuse.
“By streamlining internal procedures and strengthening coordination, we improved efficiency without compromising control,” Onyeka said.
The comptroller noted that revenue growth and trade facilitation were complementary, stressing that transparent and predictable processes naturally improved compliance.
He attributed the success to sustained engagement with importers, licensed agents, terminal operators and shipping companies to resolve challenges and build trust.
Beyond revenue, Onyeka said the command remained resolute on enforcement, recording seizures of improperly declared and prohibited items through intelligence-led operations.
“Surpassing the target is not a signal for any relaxation in enforcement standards.
“The command remains fully mobilised to sustain revenue generation and ensure every kobo due to the Federal Government is assessed, collected and accounted for,” Onyeka said.
He credited much of the success to the B’Odogwu Unified Customs Management System, saying initial challenges were resolved through stakeholder sensitisation and collaboration.
Responding to journalists, Onyeka said feedback after he assumed office in December 2024 revealed deep-rooted issues, including multiple alerts and enforcement inconsistencies.
He said his administration first fixed internal procedures, a move he described as paying off in record revenue performance.
Onyeka thanked the Comptroller-General of Customs, Dr Bashir Adeniyi, for strategic direction anchored on professionalism, automation, accountability and transparency.
He also commended his predecessor, Deputy Comptroller Dera Ntadi, officers of the command and stakeholders for their cooperation and dedication.
Onyeka pledged to block leakages, strengthen enforcement, support legitimate trade and contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s economic and fiscal objectives.
He reaffirmed that his core mandate remained revenue generation, suppression of smuggling, trade facilitation and national security.
Looking ahead, Onyeka promised to sustain reforms and maintain the “one-stop-shop” clearance model to further enhance trade facilitation.
