Comptroller Frank Onyeka
The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has surpassed its 2025 revenue target, recording ₦1.6 trillion and marking a significant milestone in the Command’s performance.
The achievement was announced on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the Command’s headquarters in Lagos during a ceremony held to recognise officers who distinguished themselves in the discharge of their duties.
Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Frank Onyeka, disclosed that the Command exceeded its ₦1.524 trillion revenue benchmark for 2025, describing the performance as a remarkable improvement over previous years.
He attributed the success to collective effort, improved efficiency and enhanced transparency within the Command, rather than individual accomplishments.
“A tree cannot make a forest. This achievement was not the effort of one person. Much has been entrusted to us, and much is expected. Our officers deserve commendation for their dedication and tireless service,” Onyeka said.
He explained that the awards reflected a renewed culture within the Service that prioritises professionalism, diligence and shared responsibility among officers.
The CAC also highlighted key operational reforms introduced under his leadership to boost trade facilitation and internal efficiency, particularly measures aimed at eliminating unnecessary delays in file processing.
“When I assumed office, I made it clear that files must not be held without cause. Where there are issues, they should be clearly identified and resolved promptly. Where clarity is needed, officers should ask questions,” he stated.
Onyeka noted that the recent launch of the Time Release Study report by the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, had further reinforced the Command’s commitment to speeding up legitimate trade while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.
He paid tribute to his predecessor, Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs, Dera Nnadi, describing his tenure as exceptional and crediting it with laying a solid foundation for the Command’s current achievements.
The CAC also expressed appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, stakeholders and partner agencies for their continued support, noting that their cooperation helped sustain confidence in the Command despite prevailing economic and operational challenges.
Recipients of the awards described the recognition as an honour and a motivation to uphold even higher standards of service and professionalism.
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