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Customs controller unveils cargo screening machine at SAHCO facility

The Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in charge of Hajj and Cargo Terminal, Controller M.T. Awe, has commissioned an Advanced Cargo Screening X-ray Machine at the Skyway Aviation Handling Company (SAHCO) Plc’s ultra-modern warehouse.

The SAHCO spokesperson, Adetola Uansohia, made this known via a statement issued on Friday, August 29, 2025.

Uansohia quoted Awe as saying that the commissioning of the state-of-the-art equipment was aimed at ensuring faster, more efficient, and secure screening of cargo, thereby boosting Nigeria’s drive for seamless trade operations at the terminal.

Speaking during the event in Lagos, Awe stressed that the installation of the X-ray machine aligns with Customs’ mandate to simplify processes, promote transparency, and facilitate legitimate trade while safeguarding national security.

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The new equipment is expected to significantly reduce processing time, strengthen operational efficiency, and enhance stakeholders’ confidence in Nigeria’s cargo handling system.

SAHCO boasts of ultra-modern Ground Support Equipment, fitted with cutting-edge technology that enhances both export and import processes. These facilities ensure the smooth and efficient movement of goods across all commercially operated airports in Nigeria.

The Star

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