By Femi Anamelechi
The Nigeria Customs Service, Tincan Island Port Command as part of efforts geared towards promoting effective Trade Facilitation has called for stronger collaboration with the media to promote compliance and transparency at the Port.CAC in charge of Tincan lsland Port, Comptr. Joe Anani made the appeal during a media conference on Wednesday, 24 June, 2026.According to CAC the media engagement is a deliberate step toward building trust with stakeholders as the media plays a strategic role in shaping public understanding, promoting accountability, and enhancing compliance within the system. The CAC noted that; “Your reportage significantly influences public perception of our activities, and by extension, the effectiveness of our mandate. In this regard, I want to clearly state that the press will play a vital role in our administration. You will be fully carried along in our policies, operations, reforms, and achievements.”
He further disclosed plans to support journalists through structured training programmes, sensitisation workshops, and other capacity-building initiatives aimed at improving the quality of maritime and Customs reporting, adding that the Command remains committed to ensuring a timely, accurate, and transparent flow of information.Comptr.Joe Anani also urged journalists to uphold professional standards. “Responsible journalism is critical to maintaining public trust, preventing misinformation, and ensuring that our collective objectives are not undermined by inaccurate or misleading narratives.”Whip pointing out the Command’s revenue performance, Comptroller Anani disclosed that the Command generated ₦111.2 billion in May 2026, attributing the achievement to improved compliance, enhanced operational efficiency, and the dedication of officers. Speaking on operational direction, the CAC highlighted the Command’s operational priorities, including strict compliance with the provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023 and the continued deployment of technology-driven solutions to facilitate trade and improve efficiency.The CAC expressed confidence that the Command would consolidate on the gains recorded so far and surpass previous achievements while maintaining constructive engagement with stakeholders to support national economic growth and trade facilitation.
