By Charles Maduka
The Nigeria Customs Service, Oyo/Osun Area Command, has recorded a revenue of N25.7 billion between March and May 2025.
Comptroller Joseph Adelaja, the Customs Area Controller, made this known at a press briefing held at the command’s operational headquarters in Ibadan. He said the figure marks a 36.67 percent increase compared to the N18.1 billion generated during the same period in 2024.
He attributed the achievement to the dedication of the command’s personnel, improved enforcement of Customs laws, and modern trade facilitation tools which have reduced revenue leakages.
“Our officers have shown great commitment in ensuring that excise stakeholders comply with regulations. These efforts contribute directly to national economic reforms and development,” Adelaja stated.
He further disclosed that the command’s anti-smuggling unit intercepted prohibited goods in May with a Duty Paid Value of N335.6 million. The seizures included 310 used compressors disguised in apple cartons, 1,698 bags of foreign rice, and 226 used tyres.
Other items seized include petroleum products, used clothes and shoes, two vehicles, and 68 wraps of cannabis. The command also confiscated fake pharmaceuticals valued in millions of naira, including brands such as Everzorol Cream, Oxytocin, Arteether Injection, and Zinc Sulphate.
Adelaja announced that the seized cannabis will be handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, while the counterfeit drugs will be transferred to NAFDAC for further action.
He appreciated the support of the Comptroller General of Customs, BA Adeniyi, as well as the Oyo State Government, traditional rulers, and other security agencies in Oyo and Osun states.
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