The Tincan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has said it recorded a one-day revenue collection of ₦16.4 billion, made possible by the deployment of its new Unified Customs Management System (UCMS) known as Bodogwu.
The Customs Public Relations Officer of the Command, Superintendent Oscar Ivara, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday in Lagos. He said the collection was made on Tuesday, August 19, 2025.
Quoting the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Frank Onyeka, the statement said the revenue performance was “a clear win for technological efficiency and collaboration.”
Onyeka explained that the Bodogwu platform had simplified access to payment systems and improved cargo clearance procedures.
“The Bodogwu system has drastically improved the ability of licensed Customs agents and stakeholders to access payment platforms and complete cargo clearance processes in real-time, without unnecessary delays or administrative bottlenecks,” he said.
He added that the system brought all critical Customs operations under one digital platform, allowing for faster processing, accurate valuation and enhanced monitoring of cargo activities.
According to him, this has created a more predictable and efficient environment for port users while supporting Nigeria’s wider economic objectives.
The Controller also noted that the achievement was not just about the revenue figure, but also about how the system had transformed port operations through collaboration.
“This milestone reflects the benefits of our partnership with terminal operators, shipping companies, licensed agents and regulatory agencies. It is such coordination that ensures clearance processes remain seamless, compliant and business-friendly,” Onyeka said.
He further assured that the Command would sustain efforts to facilitate trade, protect government revenue and support all port stakeholders in achieving timely and cost-effective cargo clearance.