Ghana’s customs revenue surged to $3,179,125,238.11 as of September 2025, up from $3,108,226,482.40 in 2024, signaling robust trade performance under the John Mahama-led administration.
The Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG), Samson Asaki Awingobit, described ports as the “backbone of international trade and a major engine of national revenue.”
Awingobit attributed the growth to improved performance of the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS), noting sustained revenue flows from trade facilitation.
However, Mr Samson Asaki Awingobit acknowledged technical glitches—including intermittent access issues—that disrupted operations.
The Association commended the government’s 24-hour terminal operations at Tema Port, saying it boosted cargo handling and competitiveness.
“The policy has eased demurrage pressures, enhancing profitability for importers and exporters,” Awingobit said, urging capacity-building for customs personnel to sustain efficiency.
Report by Bernard K Dadzie Greater Accra Region
