The Nigeria Customs Service, NCS has said that it has extended the verification exercise for the recovery of import duties on illegally imported private aircraft by one month.
According to a statement signed in Abuja on Monday by the National Public Relations Officer of the Service, Chief Superintendent of Customs, Abdullahi Maiwada, the one month period takes effect from Monday 14th October, 2024 to Thursday 14th November, 2024.
The statement explained that the extension was to further engage operators who had 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 MFR, 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”, it stated.
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