ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-The Nigeria Customs Service, Lagos Free Trade Zone Command, says it generated N408.8bn in revenue between January and June 2026.
The Customs Area Controller of the command, Hauwa Abubakar, disclosed this on Thursday during the 2026 Half-Year Media Briefing held at the command headquarters in Lekki.
Abubakar said the amount exceeded the N317.3bn realised during the corresponding period in 2025 by N91.54bn, representing a 28.85 per cent increase in revenue collection.
“Between January and June 2026, the command generated a total revenue of N408.8bn. This represents an increase of N91.54bn when compared to the N317.3bn collected during the corresponding period in 2025, amounting to an impressive 28.85 per cent increase in revenue performance,” Abubakar said.
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She attributed the improved performance to deliberate measures introduced by the command to strengthen compliance, enhance operational efficiency and deepen engagement with stakeholders operating within the Free Trade Zones and Lekki Port.
According to her, sustained stakeholder engagement has continued to build trust and encourage voluntary compliance with existing customs laws and regulations.
“Through continuous dialogue, education, and collaboration, we have created an environment where legitimate trade can flourish while ensuring that government revenue is adequately protected. Equally important have been the professionalism, integrity, and unwavering commitment demonstrated by the officers and men of this command. Their diligence, discipline, and dedication to duty have contributed significantly to these outstanding achievements and have strengthened the confidence of the trading community in the operations of the NCS,” she said.
Abubakar further disclosed that the command recorded its highest monthly revenue since its establishment in June, generating N87.10bn.
She said the record collection reflected the command’s expanding capacity as well as the growing confidence of investors and other stakeholders operating within the Free Trade Zones under its jurisdiction and the Lekki Deep Seaport.
The controller also commended the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, for his leadership and support for the command.
She equally acknowledged the cooperation of sister security and regulatory agencies operating within the port and Free Trade Zones, while appreciating investors, licensed customs agents, importers, exporters and members of the business community for their continued support.
“The synergy among our various agencies has continued to enhance security and facilitate legitimate trade in line with the Federal Government’s economic objectives. Your partnership has been instrumental to the command’s success, and I encourage you to sustain this commendable disposition,” she stated.
“As we look ahead to the second half of the year, we are determined to consolidate on these achievements, improve service delivery, and surpass our performance targets without compromising our statutory responsibilities,” Abubakar said.
She added that the command, established four years ago, has evolved into a model for trade facilitation within the Nigeria Customs Service, noting that its commitment to efficient trade processes and operational excellence has improved the ease of doing business while strengthening its position as one of the service’s leading revenue-generating commands.