Enforcement has paid off at Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), with a record revenue of ₦147billiion and 35% Revenue Growth in 2025
The Command of intensified enforcement against expired and falsely declared imports while recording outstanding revenue performance in 2025.
The Acting Customs Area Controller (CAC), Deputy Comptroller B.L. Adigun, disclosed this during a media briefing held on Friday, January 23, 2026, where he outlined the Command’s operational achievements and renewed commitment to trade facilitation, border security, and revenue protection.
In his opening remarks, Adigun welcomed members of the press, stakeholders, and partner agencies, expressing optimism that the new year would deepen collaboration and advance shared goals in compliance, efficient trade operations, and national security.
He reaffirmed that the Command remains resolute in facilitating legitimate trade, preventing smuggling, enforcing Customs laws, and safeguarding public health and national revenue through sustained enforcement and stakeholder engagement.
As part of ongoing operations, the Acting CAC announced the handover process of a 1×20-foot container, GESU3900612, containing 440 bags of 25kg expired raw material known as Triple Pressed Stearic Acid from Indonesia, with a Duty Paid Value (DPV) of ₦36,556,539.00, to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
The container was intercepted during routine cargo examination and found to violate import regulations while posing serious risks to public health. Adigun described the handover as evidence of the Command’s strong collaboration with sister agencies to prevent the entry of expired and substandard products into the country
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In another enforcement action, a 1×40-foot container, MSKU 4798018, was intercepted at Joliz Terminal. Although declared as zipped luggage, the container was discovered to contain empty suitcases with a DPV of ₦5,010,000.00. He noted that the seizure underscores the Command’s zero-tolerance stance on false declaration, smuggling, and other trade infractions.
On revenue performance, Adigun revealed that the Command generated a total of ₦147,216,149,033.81 in 2025, exceeding its target of ₦109,442,892,919.86 and surpassing the ₦107,182,674,904.00 recorded in 2024.
The increase of ₦40,033,474,129.81, representing a 35 per cent growth, reflects improved enforcement strategies, operational efficiency, and higher compliance among stakeholders.
He expressed appreciation to the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, and the Management Team for providing leadership and an enabling environment that supports effective service delivery.
The Acting CAC also commended officers and men of the Command for their professionalism, integrity, and dedication to combating smuggling and unlawful trade, urging them to sustain high standards and strict adherence to rules of engagement.
Adigun further acknowledged compliant stakeholders and partner agencies for their cooperation, noting that collaboration remains vital to sustaining efficiency, enforcing compliance, and protecting national revenue.
He concluded by thanking the media for responsible reporting and public engagement, assuring Nigerians that the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command will continue to block revenue leakages, combat illegal importation, and support national health and security objectives throughout the year.