Customs processes 99,839 cargo declarations in two months
AI Executive Briefing
Gemini Flash AI~45s readThe Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) reported significant operational performance for September and October 2026, processing nearly 100,000 goods declarations and generating over ₦1.42 trillion in revenue. The Service also highlighted growth in non-oil export values and intensified enforcement actions against prohibited items.
Context & Background
- ✦The NCS is focusing on digital interventions and inter-agency collaboration to facilitate trade and strengthen revenue generation.
- ✦The Service is actively aligning with international standards, such as the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) and World Customs Organisation (WCO) anti-money laundering mandates.
Key Figures & Named Entities
•Abdullahi Aliyu Maiwada, National Public Relations Officer, stated the performance reflects a commitment to legitimate trade.•Export value reached $752.85 million in Q3 2026, marking a 28.44% increase over the previous year.
Outlook & Next Steps
The NCS continues its four-week WCO Mentoring Mission ending November 13, 2026, and maintains ongoing collaboration with agencies like the EFCC and NFIU to monitor illicit financial flows.
Key Takeaways
AI Summary- The Nigeria Customs Service generated approximately ₦1.42 trillion in revenue between September and October 2026.
- Export trade facilitation saw a 28.44% increase in value during the third quarter of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025.
- The NCS seized prohibited and restricted items with a Duty Paid Value exceeding ₦8.1 billion during the two-month period.
Key Facts:September to October 2026: The NCS processed a total of 9,195 Pre-Arrival Assessment Reports and 99,839 Single Goods Declarations.October 18 to November 13, 2026: The World Customs Organisation Mentoring Mission is being conducted to combat trade-based money laundering.
Editorial Excerpt
By Godwin Oritse The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) processed 9,195 Pre-Arrival Assessment Reports (PAARs) and 99,839 Single Goods Declarations (SGDs) between September and October 2026, generating a combined revenue of approximately ₦1.42 trillion.
Frequently Asked Questions About This Story
What was the total revenue generated by the NCS in September and October 2026?
The NCS generated a combined revenue of approximately ₦1.4207 trillion, with ₦697.8 billion in September and ₦722.9 billion in October.
What measures is the NCS taking to address trade-based money laundering?
The NCS is participating in a four-week World Customs Organisation Mentoring Mission and has transitioned to an electronic currency declaration platform to improve monitoring.
