Nigeria Customs Cancels Declarations Made During 4% FOB Implementation, Orders Stakeholders to Recapture Entries
Kathy Kyari
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced the cancellation of all import declarations made during the short-lived implementation of the 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge on imports. This decision follows the earlier suspension of the controversial policy and is aimed at ensuring clarity, maintaining consistency in customs operations, and preventing disruptions in the clearance process.
In a press release signed by the National Public Relations Officer, Assistant Comptroller of Customs Abdullahi Maiwada, the NCS directed affected importers, customs agents, and other stakeholders to recapture their declarations in order to proceed with clearing their goods.
“All import declarations made during the initial implementation period have been cancelled,” the statement read. “This measure is necessary to ensure clarity, maintain consistency in customs operations, and prevent any disruptions in clearance processes. Affected importers, customs agents, and stakeholders are, therefore, required to recapture their declarations to proceed with the clearance of their goods.”
To facilitate the process, the NCS has assured stakeholders that customs commands nationwide have been instructed to assist and provide necessary clarifications. The agency also stated that measures have been put in place to make the recapturing process seamless.
“The NCS has put measures in place to ensure this process is seamless. Customs Commands nationwide have been directed to provide the necessary assistance and clarifications to importers and agents requiring support during this period,” the statement added.
The Customs Service emphasized that its decision aligns with the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and its ongoing efforts to improve engagement with stakeholders. It reiterated its commitment to transparency and efficiency under the leadership of Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi.
“The decision to cancel previous declarations and give room for recapturing is part of the Service’s broader effort to be a public-centric organisation that ensures efficient service delivery,” Maiwada stated.
With this directive, importers and traders are urged to act swiftly to avoid further delays in the clearance of their consignments.
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