Customs extends Authorised Economic Operator migration deadline

By Emma Ujah, Abuja Bureau ChiefThe Nigeria Customs Service, NCS, has extended the deadline for the migration of all beneficiaries under the Fast Track Scheme to the Authorised Economic Operator, AEO, Programme.It announced a shift in the earlier cut-off date of December 31, 2025, to a new deadline of January 31, 2026.The NCS explained in a statement, yesterday, that the decision was in furtherance of its commitment to deepening trade facilitation, securing supply chain and strengthening compli