The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal of the Nigeria Customs Service has announced that the command collected N89.2bn as revenue from January to June 2025.
In a statement on Saturday, the Customs Area Controller of KLT, Eghosa Edelduok, explained that the figure shows a 63 per cent increase when compared with N54.8bn collected by the command within the same period in 2024.
She added that the increase demonstrated the command’s enhanced operational efficiency and improved compliance levels. Edelduok stressed that the command collected the sum through focused reforms, targeted enforcement activities, and practical strategies to boost compliance.
“During the period under review, the command recorded a total revenue collection of N89.2bn. This figure represents a substantial increase compared to what was collected within the period under review in 2024, which stood at N54.81bn. The difference of N34.4bn reflects a 63 per cent growth, demonstrating the command’s enhanced operational efficiency and improved compliance levels,” Edelduok said.
She noted that these measures produced clear results and strengthened the command’s ability to deliver on its mandate. On anti-smuggling operations, Edelduok reported that the command maintained a posture of alertness, discipline, and zero tolerance for infractions.
She revealed that the enforcement team intercepted two 40-ft containers, loaded with expired pharmaceutical products, with a cumulative duty paid value of N130m.
“The items contravene the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and other import laws. The command has handed them over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for necessary action.
“The command is committed to applying the law without compromise to protect public health and uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and professionalism in all aspects of its operations,” she stressed.
The CAC maintained that the command would continue to engage constructively with stakeholders through open communication, inter-agency cooperation, and compliance-driven facilitation.
Edelduok expressed sincere appreciation to all stakeholders and partner agencies for their continued cooperation and support. The KLT Customs boss described their contributions as critical to the effective delivery of the command’s mandate and the advancement of the national economy.
Edelduok emphasised that the organisation remained dedicated to the diligent discharge of its statutory responsibilities in alignment with the broader goals of national security, economic growth, and service excellence.
