The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded a landmark revenue collection of ₦16.4 billion in a single day, made possible through the effective deployment of the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS), also known as Bodogwu.
The Command announced the achievement in a statement released on Thursday in Lagos by its Public Relations Officer, Superintendent of Customs Oscar Ivara. He quoted the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Frank Onyeka, as describing the development as a clear demonstration of the efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness of the Bodogwu platform in streamlining port operations.
According to him, the system has drastically improved the ability of licensed Customs agents and other stakeholders to access payment platforms and complete cargo clearance processes in real-time, without unnecessary delays or administrative bottlenecks.
Comptroller Onyeka explained that the Bodogwu platform integrates all critical elements of port and Customs operations under a single digital interface, enabling faster processing, accurate valuation, and enhanced monitoring of cargo activities. This, he said, has created a more predictable and efficient port environment that aligns with Nigeria’s broader economic objectives.
He stressed that the ₦16.4 billion single-day revenue collection on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, is not just about numbers but also about the transformational impact of technology on port modernization. He further attributed the milestone to the Command’s ongoing collaboration with terminal operators, shipping companies, licensed Customs agents, and regulatory agencies.
“The coordinated approach ensures that cargo clearance processes are seamless, compliant, and business-friendly,” Onyeka said.
The Area Controller reiterated the Command’s commitment to trade facilitation, securing national revenue, and supporting port users to achieve timely and cost-effective cargo clearance.
