By seaflyponews By Babatunde Aremu
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has extended verification
exercise for the recovery of import duties on illegally imported private aircraft by one month, from Monday, October 14, 2024, to Thursday,
November 14 2024.
This is contained in a statement issued and signed by National public relations officer of NCS, CSC Abdullahi Maiwada
According to the statement this extension aims to further engage operators who have expressed
willingness to regularize their import duties, providing them with an additional
window to comply with the necessary regulations.
“The NCS is committed to
ensuring that all illegally imported aircraft meet the legal requirements, thereby
promoting transparency and accountability in the aviation sector”
In light of this extension, the NCS encourages aircraft operators to take
full advantage of the extended period to fulfill their obligations, avoiding sanctions
that may arise from non-compliance after the deadline”
The Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi
reiterates the Service’s dedication to enforcing the laws governing import duties and
maintaining the integrity of Nigeria’s aviation sector.
He further appreciates the
cooperation and understanding of stakeholders in this ongoing exercise.