The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Kano/Jigawa Area Command, has generated over ₦100 billion in revenue from January to the first week of October 2026, with the Kano Free Trade Zone (KFTZ) contributing ₦50 billion, as the command intensifies efforts to improve compliance and facilitate legitimate trade.

The Acting Controller of the command, Deputy Comptroller Usman Umar Adamu, attributed the revenue performance to improved compliance among stakeholders, stronger enforcement and measures introduced to make Customs processes more efficient.

Adamu said the Kano Free Trade Zone accounts for a significant share of the revenue, reflecting the growing contribution of businesses operating within the zone and the importance of compliance with Customs regulations to  economic activities.

He explained that the command has stepped up engagement with stakeholders to promote voluntary compliance, address operational challenges and ensure that businesses understood their obligations under the law.

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According to him, sustained interaction with importers, manufacturers and other operators has helped improve understanding of Customs procedures, including proper cargo classification, duty payment and documentation requirements.

The Acting Controller also emphasised the importance of balancing enforcement with trade facilitation, noting that efficient Customs operations could support business growth while ensuring that government revenue is properly collected.

He said the command has continued to strengthen its monitoring and enforcement activities to discourage non-compliance and protect government revenue, while encouraging traders to use legitimate channels for their transactions.