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In a bid to build capacity and equip the maritime journalists for effective reporting, the TinCan Island command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS)  has organized a one Day training and capacity building program to deepen their understanding of the Service’s ongoing trade modernisation drive, as well as its operations and procedures in line with global best practices. ‎ ‎This year's edition, themed, "Compliance, Collaboration and Modernisation: Aligning The Nigeria Customs with Global Best Practices" which took place at the Command on Wednesday, December 17, 2025 also aimed at strengthening collaboration between the NCS and the media for accurate and informed reporting. ‎ ‎The training featured topics on NCS Act 2023; Unified Customs Management System (UCMS) popularly known as B'odogwu; Authorised Economic Operator (AEO); Time Release Study; Global Supply Chain Security and Ethical Journalism. ‎ ‎In his welcome address, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), C...

In a peaceful election marked by harmony, sisterhood, and gratitude, African Women in Maritime (WIMA) Nigerian chapter closed one remarkable chapter and opened another, stronger one. ‎ ‎After four years defined by unity, dignity, and quiet strength, Mrs. Rollens Macfoy bowed out as President, leaving behind a legacy anchored on peace, women supporting women, and leadership without scandal. Hers was a tenure that proved that when women lead with humility and faith, institutions grow without friction. As she steps forward to wear an even bigger continental cap as Vice President, WIMA Africa (Anglophone), her presence remains a guiding light - still here, still leading, still serving. ‎ ‎Her valedictory words were not of departure, but of continuity: gratitude to God Almighty, appreciation for ambassadors, mentors, and an Executive Council that worked as one body - no quarrels, no bitterness, only shared purpose. ‎ ‎ With renewed energy and a bold sense of direction, Mrs. Theodo...

The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, CGC Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, on Wednesday, 10 December 2025, received a delegation of the American Business Council (ABC) on a courtesy visit to the Customs House, Maitama, Abuja, with both sides agreeing to deepen structured engagements aimed at improving trade facilitation and strengthening investor confidence. ‎ ‎Welcoming the delegation, CGC Adeniyi said the Nigeria Customs Service has, in recent years, made deliberate efforts to institutionalize transparency, stakeholder consultation and regular engagement with industry players. ‎“No modern Customs administration can thrive without meaningful dialogue with the people who drive business across our ports and borders,” he said. ‎ ‎ He stated that the Service has prioritized reforms that enhances predictability for traders, including the deployment of the One-Stop-Shop initiative across major commands to streamline processes and reduce delays during cargo examination and d...

An Advocacy group within the Nigeria Maritime sector, Save Nigeria Freight Forwarders, Importers and Exporters Coalition (SNFFIEC), has threatened to take the Nigerian Shippers Council to the Industrial court of justice for what is described as yearly waste of funds being spent in hosting the annual Maritime Seminar for Judges. ‎ ‎Speaking through the National coordinator of the group, Chief  Sir Patrick Osita Chukwu at a press conference held in his Apapa- Lagos Office, Chief Osita qurried why the NSC has continued to waste funds which should have been used for Nigerian shippers training and sensitization in organizing the seminar. ‎ ‎He called on the  Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Shippers Council (NSC), Barr. Pius Akutah to suspend what he referred to as a jamboree as they spends billions of naira in hosting these judges. ‎ ‎ ‎Chief Osita Chukwu stated that training of Judges falls directly under the purview of the National Judicial Institute (NJI) and not...

This Detty December, Lagos will witness a cultural milestone, the unveiling of the first-ever 30-foot Christmas tree made entirely from Nigerian fabrics, a groundbreaking installation designed to celebrate sustainability, unity, fashion and community spirit happening on Christmas Eve, the 24th December at the J. Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History, Onikan Lagos Island. ‎ ‎Spearheaded by Culture Influencer, Media Personality and Fashion Entrepreneur, Ebunoluwa “ebbiekikz” Dosumu, the founder of Trybe, the tree is made from hundreds of donated fabrics Aso-oke, Ankara, Adire, George, lace and more crowd sourced from families across the country each piece carrying its own memory, its own tribe, and making it a community project at its core. ‎ ‎Together, they form a towering masterpiece that reinforce a simple truth: fashion is one of the strongest threads that bind Nigerians together. ‎ ‎Attendees of A Shakara Christmas will be immersed in a day designed to spotlight the...

Barely 5 days after the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) uncovered 25.5kg cocaine in a Brazilian flagged vessel, both agencies have seized  Canadian Loud, an expensive strain of cannabis concealed inside an imported vehicles. ‎ ‎The Apapa command of the NCS, under the able leadership of Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, while acting on credible intelligence provided by the NDLEA has uncovered a total of 2,374 packages of cannabis indica concealed in 55 bags hidden inside a 1x20ft container with No FCIU 6369526 laden with two vehicles. Total weight of the illicit drug is 1,187kg ‎ ‎ Both agencies, according to a press release issued by the Public Relations Officer of the command, Chief Superintendent of Customs CSC Isah Sulaiman, in the course of joint examination, discovered the illicit drugs which were packed in 500 grams per sachet. ‎ ‎Reacting on the seizure,  Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba,  commended the robu...

The Congress of Nigerian Maritime Media Practitioners (CONMMEP) has announced that all arrangements have been concluded for its its 2025 Annual Workshop, themed "Empowering Host Communities through Strategic Partnerships. The event will take place on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Rockview Hotels Apapa, Lagos. ‎ ‎This year's workshop brings together esteemed guests, industry experts, and maritime stakeholders to explore innovative strategies for enhancing the capacity of host communities and promoting sustainable development in the maritime sector. ‎ ‎The Royal Father of the event, Oba Oyekunle Amodu Tijani Oluwa, the Olu of Iwa and Apapa Kingdom, Lagos, will grace the occasion, setting the tone for a productive and insightful discussion. ‎ ‎The Keynote Speaker, Hon. Dr. Kalejaiye A. Paul, will deliver a thought-provoking presentation on the importance of strategic partnerships in empowering host communities.  Dr. Eugene Nweke, Guest Speaker, will share his expert...

The Managing Director Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho has been honoured with award of Excellence in Maritime Infrastructure Modernization and Global Competitiveness by the President and Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. ‎ ‎ He received this award on Sunday 7th December, 2025 at the flagship Nigeria Excellence Awards in Public Service (NEAPS) which was held at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. ‎ ‎The prestigious NAEPS Award is a presidential initiative coordinated by the Office of Secretary to the Government of the Federation to publicly recognize and decorates public servants who have demonstrated excellence in the discharge of their duties. ‎ ‎ Abubakar Dantsoho according to the organizers was recognized amongst other sterling performance scorecard for deepening efficiencies that catalyzed the attainment of national trade surplus through unprecedented growth in exports, set the pace for t...

The Customs Area Controller, Oyo/Osun Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, Comptroller Gambo Iyere Aliyu, has reaffirmed his commitment to stronger stakeholders engagement within his jurisdiction. ‎ ‎He gave made this commitment on Sunday 07 Dec 25 when he paid a familiarisation visit to the Palace of the Olubadan of Ibadan land, where he emphasized on the importance of traditional leadership in fostering a secure and economically vibrant society. ‎ ‎ ‎ According to a press release issued by the Public Relations Officer of the command,  Assistant Superintendent of Customs I Abdulmalik Abiodun Akintola,  the Controller, while speaking during the visit expressed deep appreciation for the warm hospitality of His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadan land, and the invaluable support the Command continues to receive from the Palace and people of Ibadan. He noted that the courtesy visit was aimed at further strengthening the longstanding partnership between the Ni...

The Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted a large consignment of cocaine weighing 25.5kg onboard a Brazilian ship, MV San Anthonio, which has been conseqeuntily detained at the Lagos port.  ‎ ‎The illicit drugs which were packaged in 24 parcels/slabs, were cleverly hidden in five bags discovered during a customs intelligence-led search. ‎ ‎The seizure, according to the Customs Area Controller of the Command, Comptroller  Emmanuel Oshoba  is a testament to the robust synergy between the NCS and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), he lauded the discovery, emphasizing that it was a direct result of collaborative efforts between the two agencies of government. ‎ ‎According to Comptroller Oshoba, Customs intelligence revealed that the ship had visited ports in Honduras, Guatemala and other suspected hubs for illicit drug trade before arriving in Nigeria. ‎ ‎ Oshoba reiterated the NCS’s commitment to ensuring tha...