Lagos, Nigeria – April 7, 2025 — The Tin Can Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has posted a historic revenue performance in the first quarter of 2025, generating a total of ₦347.9 billion — a 12.6% increase compared to the ₦304 billion recorded during the same period in 2024.

The record-breaking achievement, attributed to strategic leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and enhanced operational efficiency, marks a significant milestone under the stewardship of Comptroller Frank Okechukwu Onyeka, who assumed office in December 2024.

Comptroller Onyeka, a dynamic and result-oriented officer, has wasted no time aligning the Command’s operations with the vision of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, which emphasizes consolidation, collaboration, and innovation.
According to official figures released by the Command:

January 2025 revenue stood at ₦116.4 billion — a 24.06% increase from ₦88.4 billion in January 2024.

February brought in ₦103.2 billion, up 2.9% from ₦100.3 billion recorded in the same month last year.

March peaked at ₦128.3 billion, representing a 10.3% jump from ₦115.1 billion in March 2024.

Speaking during a media briefing at the Command’s conference room, Comptroller Onyeka attributed the success to a renewed sense of purpose and synergy among officers, stakeholders, and trade partners. He emphasized the need for continued transparency and accurate declarations by port users to further enhance smooth trade facilitation.

“We’re committed to fostering a conducive business environment where honesty and compliance are mutually rewarding,” Onyeka said. “This performance is only a stepping stone toward greater efficiency and trust in our port system.” He also extended gratitude to the Comptroller-General for his unwavering support and praised the media for their objective coverage and constructive engagement with the Command’s activities.

Looking ahead, Comptroller Onyeka reaffirmed his commitment to deeper stakeholder engagement, promising that the Command would continue to drive reforms that support economic growth and national revenue targets.

The Tin Can Island Port remains a vital artery in Nigeria’s maritime trade ecosystem, and under Onyeka’s leadership, the Command is setting new benchmarks in revenue generation, operational excellence, and stakeholder collaboration.