The Nigeria Customs Service, Lagos Free Trade Zone Command, reported collecting N408.8 billion in revenue between January and June 2026.
The figure underscores the continued reliance on border collections to support federal fiscal inflows, following a broader trend of robust customs performance across the country.
Analysts have warned that Nigeria's debt servicing costs could consume up to 90% of federal revenue, raising questions about the sustainability of current spending levels.
This half-year result adds to the N3.35 trillion collected by Nigeria’s customs authority during the first five months of 2026, according to earlier reports.
The consistent outperformance at key entry points like the Lagos Free Trade Zone reflects sustained momentum in fiscal inflows, driven by high import volumes and strict enforcement measures.
The revenue surge comes against a backdrop of significant fiscal pressure.
Analysts have warned that Nigeria's debt servicing costs could consume up to 90% of federal revenue, raising questions about the sustainability of current spending levels.