The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has once again placed itself at the centre of a critical economic struggle. This time, the focus is not on crude oil or illicit drugs, but on a less talked-about yet highly strategic commodity—vegetable oil.
Health at the Heart of Nigeria Customs Operations, by Abdulsalam Mahmud
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has long been defined by borders, enforcement and revenue protection. Yet within its structure exists a quieter commitment that often escapes public attention. In Katsina last Monday, that dimension...
Nigeria’s trade momentum strengthened in Q1 2026, as new data from the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) showed significant growth in export volumes, revenue collections, and cargo throughput. Â
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has unveiled a One-Stop-Shop (OSS) initiative aimed at cutting cargo clearance time to 48 hours and eliminating redundant checks at seaports and land borders.
Nigeria Customs in 2025: A Post-Mortem
By Abdulsalam Mahmud
In 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) charted a path of transformation that placed equal emphasis on security, trade facilitation, and societal protection. From the ports of Lagos to the land borders of the north, the agency...
Well before the formal commencement of activities marking the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) 2026 International Customs Day (ICD) celebration and the unveiling of the Time Release Study (TRS).