National Single Window Hits 156,026 Permits – Export Phase Testing Begins By Okwo Romeon – Abuja | Nigeria Anchorage

Nigeria's National Single Window (NSW) has processed 156,026 licences, permits and certificates since launch on March 27, as testing begins for export documentation and automated fee payments.

Director of National Single Window, Tola Fakolade, disclosed this on Tuesday in Abuja during press and stakeholder engagement.

Fakolade said figures show progress in Federal Government drive to streamline trade procedures, reduce cargo delays and curb revenue leakages at Lagos, Onne and Northern dry ports.

What It Means for Abuja, Kano, Kaduna Importers:

1. Faster clearance – No need to visit multiple MDAs in Abuja – Permits processed digitally

2. Less demurrage – Saves N200k-N400k per container at Apapa, Tin Can

3. Export boost for North – Kano, Kaduna, Jos exporters of sesame, hibiscus, ginger can process export permits without Lagos trip

4. Link to B'Odogwu – NSW will connect with Customs B'Odogwu – One login for duty + permits

Before NSW, importers spent 10-15 days chasing SON, NAFDAC, NDLEA permits across Abuja.

With 156k in 6 months – Average 26k per month – System gaining traction.


Quote: "

This is progress in streamlining trade, reducing cargo delays and curbing revenue leakages" – Tola Fakolade

What Next: Export test result expected Q4 2026, automated fee payment to end manual bank payments, impact on Dala and Kaduna Dry Ports clearance.

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