Dazzling Adigun Arrives Onne Port
The new Customs Area Controller (CAC) in charge of Onne Port in Rivers State takes over the mantle of leadership last week with a charge to the officers of the Command that government revenue must be jealously protected
By Innocent Chukwu
The Acting Customs Area Controller (CAC) of the Port Harcourt Area 2 Command, Onne, Rivers State Deputy Comptroller Bolaji Adigun, has directed officers and men of the Command to intensify measures to block revenue leakages and redouble their efforts towards meeting the Command’s revenue target for the year.
Acting Comptroller Adigun gave the directive during a welcome parade organized in his honour by the officers of the Command following his assumption of duty.
Speaking on revenue generation, Adigun urged officers to push harder to achieve the Command’s annual target.
He told officers that the confidence reposed in the Command by the Nigeria Customs management must be translated into measurable results, improved productivity and greater accountability.
He stated that, “Officers must take ownership of their respective responsibilities and approach their assignments with renewed dedication and determination”.
To safeguard government revenue, he emphasized the need for meticulous documentary checks and proper examination of import declarations.
He directed officers to pay close attention to the accuracy of classification, valuation, quantities, applicable duties and other statutory charges, warning that negligence, under-valuation, deliberate misdeclaration and improper documentation could create opportunities for revenue leakages.
Adigun also tied the Command’s revenue performance to operational discipline, describing accountability, punctuality, respect for constituted authority and strict adherence to established procedures as non-negotiable.
He charged officers to uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency, noting that the credibility of the Service rests not only on its revenue performance but also on the professionalism with which its statutory responsibilities are discharged.
He further cautioned officers that “revenue collection must go hand-in-hand with trade facilitation by ensuring that legitimate businesses operate seamlessly while all appropriate government revenue is duly collected”.
He urged them to build on the achievements of his predecessor, now Assistant Comptroller-General of Customs (ACG), Aliyu Alkali, and strive to overcome the Command’s operational challenges.
The Acting CAC described his appointment as a call to greater responsibility, dedication and commitment to the Service, and assured personnel of his determination to discharge his duties with fairness, discipline and a strong sense of purpose.
He maintained that the Command’s ability to deliver on its mandate depends on the collective efforts of all personnel, irrespective of rank or designation, and called for stronger teamwork, mutual respect, collaboration and professionalism.
He also appealed for open communication and constructive engagement, assuring officers and men that his office remains open to reasonable, constructive and service-oriented discussions, and encouraging them to bring forward ideas and recommendations that could improve operational efficiency.
Before Adigun left the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Area Command as its CAC last week, the Command witnessed a smooth leadership transition on Tuesday, November 10 2026.
The ceremony marked the beginning of a new era for the KLT Command as a new CAC, Deputy Comptroller Femi Felix Akanni formally assumed office as Adigun’s successor.
Held at the Command’s conference hall in KLT Brawal, Apapa, Lagos, the event brought together officers and men of the Command, stakeholders and trading community operating at the Command.
In his valedictory speech, the outgone Adigun appreciated the officers of the Command and stakeholders for their support and collaboration during his administration, noting that cooperation remained essential for effective Customs administration.
He particularly appreciated the Comptroller-General of Customs Adewale Adeniyi and the management team of the Service for the confidence reposed in him and the opportunity to serve.
Reflecting on his tenure, Adigun said his administration was guided by the commitment of upholding the Service’s mandate through revenue generation, trade facilitation, enforcement and protection of the national economy.
He informed that the Command recorded a 35 per cent increase in revenue for the month of June 2026, collecting N19.4 billion.
According to him, the June 2026 revenue performance represented an increase of approximately N5.04 billion over the N14.36 billion generated in the corresponding period of 2025, marking the highest monthly revenue collection in the history of the Command.
He said the Command’s cumulative revenue collection stood at N131.5 billion, adding that, “The Command also recorded commendable achievements in enforcement, including the interception of a 40-foot container, with identification number TIU 4739360 which contains expired disposable products, having a Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N89 million”.
Adigun attributed the progress recorded during his tenure at KLT Command to the individual and collective contributions of officers, men and stakeholders, stressing the importance of discipline, integrity, diligence and teamwork in the discharge of Customs responsibilities.
He urged officers to sustain these values, adhere to established procedures and remain committed to their statutory duties.
Adigun also emphasised that the reputation of the Nigeria Customs Service was reflected not only in the revenue generated and decisions taken but also in the conduct of its personnel and the manner in which they discharged their responsibilities to stakeholders.
