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TINCAN CUSTOMS LAUNCHES B'ODOGWU, AS FIRST DECLARATION IS CAPTURED ON THE NEW PLATFORM

By Anne Ejuka


The TinCan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) said it has successfully processed its first Single Goods Declaration (SGD) using the indigenously developed B’Odogwu platform.

The landmark event, which according the a statement by the commands' Public Relations Officer, SC OE Ivara took place on Monday, May 12, 2025, marking a significant step in trade facilitation, transparency, and operational efficiency at one of the country’s busiest Seaports.

The successful deployment and processing of the inaugural SGD on the B’Odogwu platform reflect the Customs Service’s ongoing commitment to digital transformation, in line with the Federal Government’s drive to enhance ease of doing business.

The statement stated that the Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller Frank Onyeka while Speaking on the watershed moment said the achievement demonstrates the readiness of the command to embrace technology that streamlines cargo clearance procedures, reduces dwell time, and improves service delivery  with the B’Odogwu platform which has shown great promise which he said his command is  proud to be pioneers in its implementation.

Comptroller Onyeka further highlighted that the Command has achieved 100% network infrastructure coverage across all terminals and the Command's headquarters. He emphasized that the problem of network failure is now a thing of the past, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient processing of cargo and trade documentation.

According to him, the B’Odogwu platform is designed to integrate seamlessly with existing Customs systems, providing a user-friendly interface for declarants, brokers, and other stakeholders. It enhances cargo tracking, document processing, and compliance management in real-time, reducing manual bottlenecks and opportunities for delays, he said.

Comptroller Onyeka further noted that the launch was preceded by a series of extensive training sessions and stakeholder engagements organized by the Command, in collaboration with system developers. Key industry participants includes shipping lines, customs licensed agents, terminal operators, and customs officers—took part in these capacity-building initiatives. The training sessions were designed to ensure the seamless adoption of the new platform and covered critical areas such as system navigation, document processing, cargo tracking, and compliance protocols."

Industry stakeholders, including  SteveJosh Logistics International limited whose declaration was the first to be captured on the new platform, welcomed the innovation, expressing optimism that the new platform will reduce transaction costs and improve Nigeria's global trade competitiveness.

The Tincan Island Port Command remains committed to embracing technological advancements that support the nation’s economic growth and international trade agenda.

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