The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has directed the cancellation of all import declarations made during the initial implementation period of the 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge on imports.
In a statement, the NCS National Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, informed stakeholders that the decision was taken to ensure clarity, maintain consistency in customs operations, and prevent disruptions in clearance processes.
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PRESS RELEASE
NIGERIA CUSTOMS SERVICE CANCELS DECLARATIONS MADE DURING 4% FOB IMPLEMENTATION, DIRECTS STAKEHOLDERS TO RECAPTURE ENTRIES
1. Sequel to the earlier press release announcing the suspension of the 4% Free-on-Board (FOB) charge on imports, the Nigeria Customs Service… pic.twitter.com/Ci0lM4Ifeq
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He assured importers and other stakeholders that the NCS remains committed to facilitating trade while implementing necessary fiscal policies. The agency urged affected parties to comply with the directive and make fresh import declarations in line with the latest guidelines.
“Affected importers, customs agents, and stakeholders are, therefore, required to recapture their declarations to proceed with the clearance of their goods.
“In addition, all stakeholders affected are urged to promptly recapture their entries through the designated customs processing platforms.
“Customs Commands nationwide have been directed to provide the necessary assistance and clarifications to importers and agents requiring support during this period.
“The Service remains steadfast in its commitment to implementing government fiscal policies in alignment with the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 through robust consultation and dialogue with all stakeholders”.
The Service maintained that the decision to cancel previous declarations and give room for recapturing is part of the Service’s broader effort to be a public-centric organisation that ensures efficient service delivery.
“Under the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, the Service remains committed to demonstrating openness and transparency in its engagements with stakeholders.”
Traders are therefore encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to avoid any further delays in the clearance of their consignments.
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