Nigeria Customs Service promotes 3,312 officers, appoints new DCGs and ACGs, and records N3.68 trillion revenue in the first half of 2025.
The Nigeria Customs Service Board (NCSB) has taken decisive steps to strengthen its leadership structure and reward meritorious performance among its personnel, following a period of exceptional revenue generation.
In a move that highlights its commitment to organizational excellence and operational efficiency, the Board approved the promotion of 3,312 officers and the appointment of key senior leadership positions in the Service.
These decisions were made during the 63rd regular meeting of the Board, held on September 2, 2025.
The meeting was chaired by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, who highlighted the importance of strengthening leadership and capacity within the Service to meet growing operational and trade facilitation demands.
In a strategic effort to bolster the top management of the Service, the Board approved the appointments of four Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) and twelve Assistant Comptroller-Generals (ACGs).
The newly appointed DCGs include AB Mohammed for the North-West zone, GO Omale for North-Central, OC Orbih for South-South, and D Nnadi for South-East.
Their appointments are expected to bring renewed focus on regional operations and drive improvements in trade facilitation, enforcement, and revenue collection.
The newly appointed ACGs, who will serve in various zones across the country, are MP Binga (North-East), CA Awo (South-East), AB Shuaibu (North-Central), AT Abe (North-West), K Mohammed (North-West), B Mohammed (North-West), TM Daniyan (North-Central), B Oramalugo (South-East), OP Olaniyan (South-West), B Olomu (South-West), IK Oladeji (South-West), and CC Dim (South-East).
These appointments are intended to enhance administrative oversight, operational efficiency, and interdepartmental coordination across the Service’s extensive network.
Beyond appointments, the Board also approved the promotion of 3,312 senior officers across multiple ranks.
This move reflects the Service’s steadfast commitment to meritocracy, rewarding dedication, competence, and consistent performance among its workforce.
By promoting deserving officers, the NCSB aims to motivate staff, ensure retention of top talent, and foster a culture of excellence.
The Board further reviewed the Service’s revenue performance for the first half of 2025, which recorded a total collection of N3.68 trillion.
This achievement represents an impressive surplus of N390.20 billion over the projected target, marking an 11.85% increase above expectations.
Such performance underscores the Service’s growing efficiency, its effective enforcement of trade laws, and its ability to harness technology and modern practices in revenue collection.
In addition to its revenue success, the Board highlighted several milestones under the Service’s Trade Modernisation Project. Among these are the expanded deployment of the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS), codenamed B’Odogwu, the installation of six state-of-the-art scanners, and the procurement of Electronic Cargo Tracking System (ECTS) equipment.
These initiatives are designed to enhance border security, streamline cargo processing, improve compliance, and facilitate smoother trade operations across Nigeria’s borders.
Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi congratulated all newly promoted and appointed officers, urging them to justify the confidence placed in them.
He emphasized that the Service’s progress is anchored on innovation, transparency, inclusivity, and excellence in service delivery.
The Comptroller-General reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to sustaining high operational standards, boosting revenue, and maintaining public trust while ensuring that Nigeria’s borders remain secure and trade-friendly.
With these strategic appointments, promotions, and operational achievements, the Nigeria Customs Service is positioned to continue its trajectory of growth and modernization, reinforcing its role as a critical institution in national revenue generation and trade facilitation.
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