By Sandra Chukwunyere
The Tin Can Island Port Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has continued to excel in its primary roles of trade facilitation, anti-smuggling activities, and revenue generation.
Under the dedicated leadership of the Customs Area Controller ( CAC) Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka, the Command has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to achieving its goals.
The Command’s record-breaking performances in all areas of their responsibilities have been impressive, to say the least. Since the turn of the year, the Command has persistently churned out record revenues, exceeding expectations and setting new benchmarks for performance.
One of the key factors contributing to the Command’s success has been its effective stakeholder engagement.
The Command has been commended for its top-notch approach to stakeholder engagement, which has helped to build trust and foster cooperation among various stakeholders.
According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Customs Oscar Ivara, the Command generated a record-breaking ₦128,446,323,224.79 in May. This figure is far above the ₦92,671,603,418.04 generated in the corresponding month of May 2024, representing a significant increase in revenue generation.
The revenue figure for April 2025 is equally impressive, standing at ₦145,000,000,000.00. This represents a significant increase over the figure of ₦95,500,000,000.00 generated in April 2024. These figures are a testament to the Command’s commitment to revenue generation and its ability to exceed targets.
The CAC has consistently maintained that his aim is to generate revenue seamlessly while encouraging trade facilitation. However, he emphasizes that the trade has to be legitimate and not harmful to the economy. This approach has helped to strike a balance between revenue generation and trade facilitation.
Under Comptroller Onyeka’s leadership, the Command has seen a general increase in month-on-month performance in revenue generation. This is in line with the policies of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, who has emphasized the importance of revenue generation and trade facilitation.
“The Tin Can Island Port Command’s record-
breaking revenue generation is a testament to the effective leadership of Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka and the Command’s commitment to achieving its goals.
The Command’s success serves as a model for other commands and demonstrates the importance of effective leadership and stakeholder engagement in achieving organizational goals”
