By Sandra Chukwunyere
The Apapa Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has collected a record-breaking ₦20.1 billion in revenue in a single day, barely 24 hours after Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba assumed office as the new Customs Area Controller.
According to a statement released by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SC John Tunde Ayagbalo, the unprecedented collection of ₦20,156,077,098.56 on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, marks the highest daily revenue generated by any command in the Nigeria Customs Service using the Unified Customs Management System, also known as B’Odogwu.
This remarkable feat has surpassed the existing record of ₦18 billion achieved by the Command, demonstrating Comptroller Oshoba’s commitment to exceeding the revenue target set for the command, as stated in his maiden address on Monday.
Comptroller Oshoba, who took over the leadership of the Apapa Port Command on Monday, has expressed his satisfaction with the achievement, but emphasized that it is only the beginning of greater exploits. He commended his team and stakeholders for their hard work and dedication, urging them to maintain the tempo of productivity.
“It’s not time for celebration yet, because clapping means removing your two hands from work to celebrate. Let’s leave the celebration and applause for days ahead when we shall have future achievements of surpassing targets, curbing any attempted smuggling or concealment, and treating trade with productive speed without compromising our integrity,” Comptroller Oshoba said.
The new CAC stressed the importance of B’Odogwu, describing it as a necessity in the build-up to a more modern and efficient customs administration in Nigeria, with potential to strengthen the country’s position as Africa’s largest economy, noted for trade facilitation.
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“We are all part of history as our collective efforts are resonating positively on the Nigerian economy. I urge my officers to keep the great work going, and for the stakeholders, they should stay on the path of compliance,” Comptroller Oshoba added.
This historic achievement is a significant boost to the Nigeria Customs Service’s revenue generation efforts, and demonstrates the Apapa Port Command’s commitment to excellence and innovation under Comptroller Oshoba’s leadership.
