Customs seize 15 sacks of cannabis sativa worth over N107 million on waterways
Customs seize 15 sacks of cannabis sativa worth over N107 million on waterways
The Western Command of Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Monday, announced seizure of 15 sacks of Cannabis Sativa containing 1,021loaves of the illicit substances
In a statement by Superintendent of Customs (SC) Magaji Mailafiya, Public Relations Officer, Western Marine Command on 17th December, 2024, the consignment, which was intercepted by the officers of the command along the
Ajido waterways in the Yekeme axis of the Command, was examined at the Command headquarters and found to have a total weight of 538kg with a Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N107,205,000.00.
The consignment was intercepted at the waterfront while the suspected smugglers had grounded their boat in an attempt to offload the illicit items onto land.
“Upon sighting our vigilant Marine officers, the suspects abandoned the items and fled the scene.
“Despite the hostile environment, the Patrol Team successfully secured the sacks, transferred them into our official patrol boats, and transported the contraband to the Western Marine Command Headquarters for further investigation.
“The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) and his management team has
been instrumental in supporting this fight against smuggling operations by providing critical resources and equipment to the Western Marine Command. This support has empowered the Command to achieve remarkable successes in ensuring that smugglers have no safe haven on our waterways, thereby creating a secure and thriving environment for legitimate trade.
“The Western Marine Command, under the leadership of Comptroller Paul Bamisaiye, expresses its readiness to ensure that the waterways remain
effectively secured from smuggling activities during this critical festive period.
“The Command is not unaware that some unpatriotic members of the public usually attempt to take advantage of the Yuletide season to execute their nefarious acts of smuggling. It hereby warns that strategies have been perfected for the coming holiday season to checkmate all such criminal acts.
“The Nigeria Customs Service remains committed to protecting the nation’s waterways and ensuring a safe environment for lawful trade and activities.”
