By Rosemary Ugiomoh
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is pushing full steam ahead with the implementation of the National Single Window (NSW) project, a key initiative aimed at modernising trade processes and boosting Nigeria’s global trade standing. 
Speaking at a stakeholder engagement event in Abuja on March 4, 2026, the Comptroller-General of Customs emphasised the need for collaboration to ensure a smooth rollout.
The CGC noted that the project has received significant support from critical stakeholders, which has contributed to the progress made so far. He disclosed that the President has mandated the Service to expedite the launch of the NSW, positioning Nigeria as a major player in global trade. Airline and shipping line operators were identified as vital partners in the transition.
To ease the migration process, the NCS is setting up a help desk with trained personnel to address operational challenges. “Adequate support structures are being put in place,” the CGC assured stakeholders.
At an earlier awareness programme, the Deputy Comptroller-General of Customs, DCG Oluyomi Adebakin, described the NSW as a strategic reform aligning with Customs’ mandate of trade facilitation, revenue generation, and inter-agency coordination. She emphasised that the project is a national effort, with Customs at the centre, and urged stakeholders to understand its value.
The Director of the NSW Project, Tola Fakolade, acknowledged the NCS’ leadership role, stating, “Our number one stakeholder is the NCS. We have maintained a strong working relationship.” The project is expected to transform Nigeria’s trade environment, enhance revenue generation, and strengthen the country’s global trade position.
