Nigeria Customs Announces Agreement for Nigerian Importers to Clear Goods in Cotonou Ports

The Acting Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service, Adewale Adeniyi, has announced that Nigerian importers will soon be able to clear their goods in the ports of Cotonou, Benin Republic. This development comes after a two-day meeting between customs officials from both countries to strengthen trade relations and combat smuggling. Adewale Adeniyi explained that this agreement builds trust in the customs systems of Benin Republic, allowing Nigerian importers to use Cotonou ports and clear their goods there. They will have the opportunity to pay duties for taxable goods in Cotonou,…

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Lagos Government Takes Swift Action Against Oshodi-Apapa Truck Congestion

The Lagos State Government has given truck drivers along the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway a 24-hour ultimatum to leave the road or face consequences. They have also stated their intention to seize vehicles and take legal action against violators after the ultimatum expires. The Head of Operations for the Lagos State Special Committee on Apapa Gridlock, Mr. Hassan Adekoya, emphasized that they have engaged with stakeholders in meetings to stress the importance of keeping the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway and Apapa Road clear of trucks. Adekoya assured that their enforcement team would restore order…

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