- The Nigeria Customs Service at Murtala Muhammed Airport reported a record revenue of N180.75 billion in 2024, marking a 99.89% increase over 2023 figures
- The Murtala Muhammed Airport Command surpassed its N179.74 billion target by N1.01 billion, showing a 0.56% increase and a commitment to fiscal discipline
- Customs seized contraband worth N10.51 billion, including drones, military hardware, narcotics, and endangered species products, in line with protecting Nigeria’s borders
The Murtala Muhammed Airport Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has reported an impressive revenue collection of N180.75 billion from cargoes imported into the country in 2024.
This marks a significant 99.89% increase compared to the N90.43 billion generated in 2023.
At a press conference held at the command's headquarters in Lagos, Command Area Controller Michael Awe highlighted that the total revenue generated surpassed the set target of N179.74 billion for the year, with an additional N1.01 billion achieved, reflecting a 0.56% increase over the target.
Awe praised the command's performance, noting that the revenue boost demonstrated a strong commitment to fiscal discipline and adherence to government policies.
“This achievement shows our unwavering dedication to excellence and our constant efforts to enforce the government’s fiscal policies," he said.
In addition to the remarkable revenue figures, the Murtala Muhammed Airport Command also made significant strides in safeguarding the nation by intercepting a wide range of contraband valued at N10.51 billion.
These seizures included illicit goods such as drones, military hardware, narcotics, and endangered species products.
Notably, the command seized 225 drones, 250 turtles, 21 packages of Tramadol Hydrochloride, 50 rounds of live ammunition, and 54 packages of military hardware.
Other seized contraband items included 46 packages of dried sea cucumbers, three packages of dried donkey male genitals, 55 pieces of Jojef Tomahawk semi-automatic rifles, 50 packages of dried Canadian cannabis, and a package containing porcupine, thorns, and mineral stones.
“These seized items have a cumulative Duty-Paid Value of N10.51 billion,” Awe stated, emphasising the command’s ongoing efforts to uphold the nation’s customs laws and protect its citizens from illicit trade.
Looking ahead, Awe affirmed that the command would continue to innovate and strategise to meet its revenue targets while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
Customs and Immigration agencies to advance use of technology at Nigerian borders
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) would implement advanced technology in border towns.
Mr Adewale Adeniyi, Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), discussed how border security is quickly transforming and its growing importance in addressing issues related to trans-border trade, migration, and crime at the West Africa Border Security Week that recently concluded in Lagos on Tuesday, September 3.
