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In a major breakthrough against transnational drug trafficking, the Apapa Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 25.5 kilograms of cocaine concealed aboard the Brazilian vessel MV San Anthonio. The illicit cargo—24 parcels hidden in five bags—was uncovered during a targeted search operation, guided by actionable intelligence. The vessel, which had previously docked […]
The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service marked a significant milestone on Friday, December 5, 2025, with a formal handover ceremony welcoming Deputy Comptroller B.L. Adigun as the new Acting Customs Area Controller. He succeeds Assistant Comptroller General E.J. Edelduok, who has been elevated to the Service’s management team. Held at […]
When Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba assumed leadership Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, he inherited a formidable legacy from his predecessor, Assistant Comptroller General Babatunde Olomu, PhD, fsi. Rather than being intimidated by Olomu’s impressive record, Oshoba—a seasoned and results-driven officer—saw an opportunity to build upon that strong foundation and elevate the Command to unprecedented heights. […]
The Tin Can Island Port Command (TCIPC) of the Nigeria Customs Service, under the leadership of Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka, has achieved a remarkable milestone—generating ₦1.45 trillion in revenue between January and November 2025. This performance underscores the Command’s resilience and operational excellence, even amid a major systems transition. Despite the challenges of migrating from […]
Former Minister of Interior and prominent shipowner, Captain Emmanuel Ihenacho, has emphasized the pivotal role of Nigeria’s maritime sector in harnessing the vast opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Speaking at the launch of the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) publication, “Fifty Drivers of the Nigerian Maritime and Blue Economy,” […]
By Tunde Ojudun The Nigerian maritime industry marked a historic moment with the official launch of a groundbreaking publication titled “Fifty Drivers of the Nigerian Maritime and Blue Economy”, authored by the Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN). The event, held on Thursday in Lagos, brought together top industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to honour […]
The President-General of the Maritime Workers’ Union of Nigeria (MWUN), Comrade Prince Adeyanju Adewale, accompanied by members of the Union’s newly elected executive council, paid a courtesy visit to the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho, at the NPA Headquarters in Marina, Lagos, on Wednesday. The visit served as an […]
By Tunde Ojudun On Monday, December 1, 2025, the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service hosted a vibrant send-forth ceremony in honour of Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) E.J. Edelduok, marking her recent appointment to the Service’s management team. The event, held at the Command headquarters, was graced by senior Customs officials, […]
By Tunde Ojudun In alignment with the vision of the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Dr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, to enhance border security and economic development through regulatory compliance, Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka has made remarkable strides at the Tin Can Island Command. Since assuming office in December 2024, Comptroller Onyeka has built […]
By Tunde Ojudun The Maritime Reporters Association of Nigeria (MARAN) is set to unveil its landmark publication, “50 Drivers of Nigeria’s Marine and Blue Economy,” on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at The Providence Hotel, Ikeja GRA, Lagos, starting at 12 noon. This authoritative book is the result of extensive research and chronicles the transformative contributions […]
