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NCS cancels import declarations made on 4% FoB charge - THE NATION
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) yesterday announced the cancellation of the declarations it made during implementation of the four per cent Free on Board (FoB) charges.
NCS consequently urged stakeholders to recapture their entries.
National Public Relations Officer, Assistant Comptroller -General of Customs, Abdullahi Maiwada broke the news in a press statement.
He said: “Sequel to the earlier press release announcing the suspension of the four per cent FoB charge on imports, the NCS wishes to inform stakeholders that all import declarations made during the initial implementation period have been cancelled.
“This measure is necessary to ensure clarity, maintain consistency in customs operations, and prevent any disruptions in clearance processes. 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.”
He said: “Sequel to the earlier press release announcing the suspension of the four per cent FoB charge on imports, the NCS wishes to inform stakeholders that all import declarations made during the initial implementation period have been cancelled.
“This measure is necessary to ensure clarity, maintain consistency in customs operations, and prevent any disruptions in clearance processes. 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.”
He said the NCS has put measures in place to ensure the process is seamless.
He further said Customs Commands nationwide have been directed to provide the necessary assistance and clarifications to importers and agents requiring support during this period.
The Service, he said, remained steadfast in its commitment to implementing government fiscal policies in alignment with the provisions of the NCS Act 2023 through robust consultation and dialogue with all stakeholders.
According to the statement, 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.
He said 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.
