Apapa Customs Boss Charges Officers on Revenue Drive, Anti-Smuggling Operations
Kathy Kyari
The Customs Area Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service Apapa Area Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, has charged officers and men of the Command to intensify revenue generation efforts, strengthen anti-smuggling operations and maintain professionalism in the discharge of their duties.
Oshoba made the call during the Command’s monthly parade held on Tuesday at the Command headquarters in Apapa, Lagos, where he stressed the need for improved operational efficiency and zero tolerance for actions capable of hindering trade facilitation.
Addressing officers at the parade, the CAC urged personnel to step up operational interventions across terminals to block revenue leakages while ensuring timely cargo clearance and seamless port operations.
“Officers must protect the reputation of the Service. That is why any delay by any officer concerning any consignment will not be tolerated. Even at the gates. If a consignment is duly exited, there should be no delay at the gates,” he stated.
He also emphasized the importance of professionalism and accessibility in dealings with stakeholders, warning officers against conduct capable of tarnishing the image of the Service.
“You must make yourself accessible to our stakeholders and we must avoid actions capable of tarnishing the good image of the Service and the good work being done by the CGC and members of his management. We should not be seen as slugs in the wheels of progress,” Oshoba added.
The Area Controller further called for heightened vigilance against smuggling activities, especially illicit drugs and prohibited items, while cautioning officers against misconduct and improper dressing.
Highlight of the parade was the recognition of outstanding officers and units for exemplary performance and dedication to duty.
Assistant Comptroller of Customs Ismail Mohammed emerged as the Most Outstanding Officer of the Month, while CSC Augustine Ondoma, ASCI Bukola Olaleye and IC Olalekan Salawu received commendations for professionalism, innovation and punctuality respectively.
Similarly, officers of APM Terminal received the Excellence Award on Enforcement, while officers of ECO SUPPORT Terminal were honoured with the Excellence Award on Revenue Generation.
According to Comptroller Oshoba, the award initiative was introduced to encourage hard work, excellence, professionalism and healthy competition among officers and units of the Command.
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