Nigeria Customs hit ₦5.1trillon revenue target for 2024 – Comptroller-General

He restated the commitment of NCS to fulfilling its enforcement mandate, stating that they have achieved unprecedented success in protecting both our citizens and the economy.

“The scale of our intervention is reflected in seizures valued at NGN 28.1 billion and counting in 2024 alone.

“These seizures span critical areas of national concern, from wildlife items and arms and ammunition to narcotics and pharmaceutical products.

“An important moment in our’ enforcement strategy was the declaration of a state of emergency at our major ports.

“This led to the interception of 48 containers of illicit pharmaceutical items and narcotics, significantly disrupting the flow of potentially harmful products,” he added.

He described the conference theme as apt, particularly with the evolving economic landscape, stating that multisectoral engagement was key as no single agency can effectively address customs challenges alone.

Adeniyi said that the sessions of the conference would provide rich discussions on revenue collection, trade facilitation, partnerships, and compliance. He said that the insights and experiences of stakeholders were crucial in helping the service refine its strategies for the coming year, particularly as it develops its next generation of customs leaders.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the conference, which started on Tuesday, would end on Friday.