Customs collects ₦89.2b revenue at KLT

The Customs Area Controller Command, Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command, Nigeria Customs Service, Comptroller Eghosa Joy Edelduok, has stated that the command collected a total revenue of ₦89,205,500,741.85 between January and June 2025 into the coffers of the government.

The figure, according to her, represented a substantial increase compared to the corresponding period in 2024, which was ₦54,806,893,697.00.

Comptroller Edelduok made this known while presenting the first half of 2025 performance of the command at the command’s office in Apapa, Lagos on Friday, 15th August 2025.

The Controller added that the difference of ₦34,398,607,044.85 reflects a 63 percent growth, demonstrating the command’s enhanced operational efficiency and improved compliance levels.

She noted that the first half of 2025 was active and productive, driven by a firm commitment to increasing revenue, supporting legitimate trade, and tackling smuggling in all its forms.

According to her, during this period, the Command implemented focused reforms, targeted enforcement activities, and practical strategies to boost compliance, protect the national economy, and secure the borders under its jurisdiction.

She noted that these measures produced clear results and strengthened the Command’s ability to deliver on its mandate.

Speaking on anti-smuggling operations, Comptroller Edelduok reported that the command maintained a posture of alertness, discipline, and zero tolerance for infractions. She revealed that the enforcement team intercepted two (2) forty-foot containers, identified as HLBU 1067338 and HLBU 2239792, both loaded with expired pharmaceutical products, with a cumulative Duty Paid Value (DPV) of One Hundred and Thirty Million Naira (₦130,000,000.00) only.

She stated that the items contravened the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and other import laws, adding that the Command has commenced the formal process of handing them over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for necessary action.

She reaffirmed the command’s commitment to applying the law without compromise in order to protect public health, and uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and professionalism in all aspects of its operations.

She assured that the Command would continue to engage constructively with stakeholders through open communication, inter-agency cooperation, and compliance-driven facilitation.

Comptroller Edelduok expressed sincere appreciation to all stakeholders and partner agencies for their continued cooperation and support. She described their contributions as critical to the effective delivery of the Command’s mandate and the advancement of the national economy.

She also commended the officers and men of the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command for their diligence, discipline, and commitment to duty. She urged them to maintain this high standard and continue to uphold the values of the Service in all their engagements.

Comptroller Edelduok emphasized that the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command remains dedicated to the diligent discharge of its statutory responsibilities in alignment with the broader goals of national security, economic growth, and service excellence.