ZAINAB JUNAID
The Apapa Area Command of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has organized a training session for stakeholders to prepare for the launch of the indigenous B’Odogwu system.
Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu declared the training open on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, in Apapa, Lagos, emphasizing the importance of the training in ensuring a seamless transition to the new software system.
The Controller, who was represented by Deputy Comptroller of Customs, DC Henry Eromobor, noted that the training is crucial for the Stakeholders to understand the features and benefits of the B’Odogwu system.
He lauded the high turnout of participants at the training, encouraging them to utilize the opportunity to understand the fundamental principles of the new software.
Also, AC S. Abubakar provided a detailed walkthrough of the platform, demonstrating how stakeholders will be onboarded and how they can efficiently navigate the system.
He emphasized that B’Odogwu is designed to be user-friendly, with functionalities similar to the former NICIS II system but with enhanced efficiency.
“The system ensures that all transactions are digitally linked, from customs declarations to terminal operations. Over 20 shipping companies and terminal operators have already been integrated into B’Odogwu, and more will be added before full deployment,” Abubakar said.
The B’Odogwu system, also known as the Unified Customs Management System (UCMS), is designed to enhance customs clearance processes, reduce clearance times, and increase transparency.
The system has already been launched at the Port & Terminal Multi-Services Limited (PTML) in Lagos, with plans to expand to other commands. Its development is a collaborative effort between the Nigeria Customs Service and the Trade Modernisation Project team.
