The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has generated a remarkable revenue performance for the 2025 fiscal year, generating a total of ₦147.216 billion, representing a 35 per cent increase over the previous year.
The Acting Customs Area Controller (CAC), Deputy Comptroller BL Adigun, disclosed this during a media briefing held on Friday, January 23, 2026, in Lagos.
According to Adigun, the 2025 revenue figure surpassed the Command’s annual target of ₦109.443 billion, and significantly exceeded the ₦107.183 billion generated in 2024 by ₦40.033 billion.
In his welcome address, the Acting CAC extended warm greetings to members of the press, stakeholders and partner agencies, expressing optimism that the new year would strengthen collaboration and advance shared goals in trade facilitation, border security and regulatory compliance.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to its statutory responsibilities, including the facilitation of legitimate trade, enforcement of Customs laws, prevention of smuggling and protection of national revenue.
He noted that sustained enforcement actions and strategic partnerships remain critical to safeguarding public health and ensuring efficient port operations.
Highlighting recent enforcement achievements, Adigun announced the interception of a 1×20-foot container (GESU3900612) containing 440 bags of 25kg expired raw material, identified as Triple Pressed Stearic Acid imported from Indonesia.
The container, with a Duty Paid Value (DPV) of ₦36,556,539, was seized during routine cargo examination for violating import regulations and posing potential public health risks.
He disclosed that arrangements were already underway to hand over the seized container to the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), describing the action as evidence of effective inter-agency collaboration against the importation of expired and substandard products.
In a related development, Adigun revealed that a 1×40-foot container (MSKU 4798018) intercepted at Joliz Terminal was falsely declared as zipped luggage.
Upon examination, the container was found to contain empty suitcases with a DPV of ₦5,010,000. He emphasized that the seizure reflects the Command’s zero-tolerance stance on false declaration and other trade infractions.
The Acting CAC attributed the Command’s strong revenue performance to improved enforcement strategies, enhanced operational efficiency and increased compliance by port users and stakeholders.
He expressed appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and the Customs Management Team for their leadership and support, as well as commending officers and men of the KLT Area Command for their professionalism and dedication.
Adigun also acknowledged the cooperation of compliant stakeholders and partner agencies, stressing that sustained collaboration remains vital to blocking revenue leakages and protecting national economic interests.
He concluded by thanking the media for their commitment to responsible reporting, assuring Nigerians that the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Area Command will continue to combat illegal importation, protect public health and support national security objectives throughout the year.
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