Customs introduce unified system to speed up cargo clearance
The Nigeria Customs Service has launched a new One-Stop-Shop (OSS) initiative aimed at reducing cargo clearance times and streamlining port processes. Adewale Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General of Customs, announced the move at an official event in Lagos. The OSS is part of broader reforms to improve transparency, digitisation, and efficiency in Nigeria’s business environment. The initiative is expected to cut down on delays, lower compliance costs, and enhance revenue assurance.
TLDR
- Adewale Adeniyi revealed the OSS initiative, targeting a 48-hour cargo clearance time and eliminating redundant checks.
- The platform centralises valuation, enforcement, intelligence, and compliance monitoring into a single digital and physical workflow.
- The OSS aims to reduce duplicated reviews, sequential inspections, and administrative burdens for traders.
- The system is designed to improve transparency, accountability, and regulatory discipline through digital audit trails and coordinated enforcement.
- The initiative aligns with international best practices and is supported by officer training and ongoing process reengineering.
