Tinubu Commissions Customs FOU Zone 'A' Complex in Ogun, Signals Push for Expansion and Modernisation
Kathy Kyari
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commissioned a newly constructed Federal Operations Unit (FOU), Zone ‘A’ office complex of the Nigeria Customs Service in Iperu, Ogun State, underscoring the Service’s drive toward expansion, improved operations, and enhanced welfare for personnel.
The commissioning, held on Saturday, 4 April 2026, marked a significant step in the ongoing reform and infrastructure development efforts of the Nigeria Customs Service.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Comptroller-General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, said the project was conceived to strengthen the Service’s capacity to effectively deliver on its core mandates.
He explained that the development was driven by the need to balance revenue generation, trade facilitation, and enforcement with improved working conditions for officers.
According to him, the expansion became necessary due to increasing operational demands and space constraints at existing facilities in Ikeja, Lagos.
"We've just commissioned the Federal Operations Unit; they will be moving here as soon as possible. It's already been furnished.
The accessories that would ensure proper functioning of the facilities have also been installed. Provision of a modern armoury and then, of course, you know that this is the warehouse directly opposite this facility. This warehouse will also support the warehouse at the nearby aviation village", he explained.
The Customs boss commended the Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, for his support in facilitating the relocation project. He also paid tribute to his predecessor, Hameed Ali, noting that the project was initiated during his tenure and laid the groundwork for its completion.
On funding, Adeniyi disclosed that the project was initially estimated at ₦73 billion but noted that prevailing economic realities could lead to a review of the cost.
He further revealed that the Service has already commenced operations at the nearby cargo airport, which was also commissioned the same day, with Customs officers actively participating in terminal operations and cargo handling.
"We're already at the airport, and we also had our officers who performed tallying when Mr President was asked to witness the offloading of the first cargo at the airport. So, we're already there, the facilities have been provided for us."
The expansive facility is expected to host about 142 buildings, including a training college, multipurpose halls, and a sports complex—features that reflect the Service’s long-term vision for institutional growth, capacity building, and modernisation.
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