KLT Customs Command Records 35% Surge in June Revenue, Intercepts Expired Disposable Vape Products

ZAINAB JUNAID

The Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced a total revenue of N19.4 billion in June 2026, representing a 35 percent increase, over the amount generated in the corresponding period of 2025.

The Command also Intercepted a 40- foot container loaded with expired disposable vape worth N809.7 million.

Speaking during a press briefing held on Thursday, 30th July, 2026, the Ag. Customs Area Controller of the Command, Deputy Comptroller of Customs Bolaji Lukman Adigun made this known while highlighting the Command’s performance and the interception made for the period under review.

In a statement issued on Friday by the Command’s spokesperson, Victor Ogagbor, the acting Area Controller reaffirmed the Command’s mained commitment to revenue generation, trade facilitation and effective enforcement.

According to him, the Command generated ₦19,404,925,103.53 in June 2026, compared with ₦14,363,621,664.35 recorded in June 2025, reflecting an increase of ₦5.04 billion, or 35 per cent.

He attributed the performance to the dedication of officers and men of the Command, improved compliance by stakeholders, enhanced trade facilitation and the deployment of intelligence-driven operational strategies.

While reaffirming the Command’s commitment to facilitating legitimate trade and maximizing revenue collection, he stressed that enforcement remains critical to protecting the nation’s economy and safeguarding public health.

He disclosed that officers intercepted a 40-foot container, with container number TIIU4739360, during cargo examination.

According to him, the container held 18 pallets of disposable vape products. Each pallet contained 60 cartons, while the cartons contained either 20 or 40 packs, with each pack holding 10 pieces, bringing the total quantity to 182,340 pieces.

Further examination revealed that the products bore expiry dates ranging from 2022 to 2026, rendering them unfit for consumption and posing serious health risks.

Adigun said the Command had commenced the process of handing over the seized products to the appropriate government agency for regulatory action and proper disposal in line with established procedures and inter-agency collaboration.

He described the seizure as evidence of the vigilance and professionalism of the Command’s officers in enforcing extant laws and preventing prohibited and unsafe goods from entering the country.

The Acting Controller urged importers, licensed customs agents and other stakeholders to comply strictly with import regulations. He also encouraged them to take advantage of the Nigeria Customs Service’s Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programme and the Advance Ruling System, which are designed to improve trade facilitation, enhance compliance and promote ease of doing business.

He assured stakeholders that the Command would continue deploying intelligence-led operations, effective risk management and stringent cargo examination procedures to detect expired, falsely declared, prohibited and other non-compliant goods.

Adigun expressed appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and the Service’s management team for their leadership and strategic guidance.

He also commended officers and men of the Command for their dedication and thanked licensed customs agents, terminal operators, importers, partner government agencies and members of the media for their continued cooperation and support.

The Acting Customs Area Controller further reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to sustaining improved revenue generation, facilitating legitimate trade and strengthening enforcement in line with the Nigeria Customs Service’s mandate.