Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command has generated a total sum of N38.02 billion from imports between January and March 2025.
Also, the command disclosed on Tuesday that nine containers of expired pharmaceuticals were seized at the terminal, noting that they would be handed over to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).
The Area Controller of the command, Comptroller Joy Edelduok said that the revenue collected in the first quarter of 2025 showed a progressive difference of N14.43 billion, leading to a 61 per cent increase from the 2024 first-quarter revenue.
She explained: “When compared with the first quarter of 2024, which stood at N23.7 billion, it clearly showed a progressive difference of N14.43 billion, depicting a 61 per cent increase.”
Edelduok attributed the growth to the effective revenue collection strategies and the efforts of the officers and men of the command in combating smuggling and illicit trade.
Also, she emphasised the command’s commitment to stakeholder engagement through an open-door policy, fostering positive relationships and promoting compliance.
She stated that the importation of the drug contravene the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023.
The comptroller noted: “The command seized nine 40-foot containers of expired drugs, which contravene the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023. These seized items will be handed over to NAFDAC for further action.”
Edelduok thanked the stakeholders and partner agencies for their collaboration and implored them to work together to move the country forward.
She emphasised the command’s commitment to stakeholder engagement through an open-door policy, fostering positive relationships and promoting compliance.
Also the comptroller appreciated the officers and men of the command for demonstrating integrity in the fight against smuggling and illicit trade and urged them to always adhere strictly to the rules of engagements while discharging their statutory duties.
“I appreciated the Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and his management team for their support, motivation and the platform to excel. The command is dedicated to transparency, efficiency and national security in all operations,” She added.
