The Ogun II Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has recorded a remarkable achievement in revenue generation, collecting ₦15.2 billion in the first quarter of 2025, representing a 40% increase compared to the same period last year.

Comptroller Bisi Alade, the Area Controller of the Command, disclosed this information during a press conference held at the command's headquarters in Abeokuta on Friday. He attributed this significant revenue surge to the professionalism, diligence, and dedication of the command's officers.

"I am delighted to announce that through our strategic efforts and unified operations, the Ogun II Area Command has generated the sum of fifteen billion, one hundred and ninety-one million, two hundred and twenty-seven thousand, five hundred and three naira, eighty-two kobo (₦15,191,227,503.82) as revenue collected for the first quarter of 2025," Alade stated.

This figure marks a substantial increase from the ₦9,165,717,162.99 recorded during the corresponding period in 2024, highlighting the command's improved efficiency in revenue collection.

Revenue Breakdown

Providing a detailed breakdown of the generated revenue, Comptroller Alade revealed that ₦8,333,039,874.82 was collected from excise duties, ₦7,164,777,965.00 from free trade zone operations, and ₦1,495,658,869.00 from bonded terminal (Import) activities.

The monthly collection figures showed consistent performance: January (₦4,000,335,353.53), February (₦3,486,267,681.44), March (₦3,444,179,992.46), and April (₦4,260,444,476.39).

Additional Achievements

Beyond revenue generation, the Area Controller also announced that the command discovered an unauthorized factory operating illegally within its jurisdiction. The facility has since been brought under excise control, further expanding the command's regulatory oversight.

"This achievement is an indication of our unwavering commitment to the economic growth and development of the nation," Alade emphasized.

The comptroller reaffirmed the command's determination to surpass its current performance in the coming months through continuous dialogue with stakeholders, engagement with the local business community, and enhanced synergy with sister agencies.

This impressive revenue performance comes at a critical time for Nigeria's economy, as the federal government continues to seek ways to boost non-oil revenue sources amid ongoing economic challenges.