Robust Synergy: Customs, NDLEA Seize 1,187kg Canadian Loud in Apapa Port*
*Robust Synergy: Customs, NDLEA Seize 1,187kg Canadian Loud in Apapa Port*
By Jerry Aguigbo
In another deft move to continually block the entrance of dangerous drugs and illicit substances from entering the Nigerian ports, barely 5 days after the Nigeria Customs Service(NCS) and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) uncovered 25.5kg cocaine in a Brazilian flagged vessel, both agencies have yet again, seized Canadian Loud, an expensive strain of cannabis concealed inside an imported vehicles.
Following credible intelligence provided by the NDLEA, both agencies uncovered total of 2,374 packages of cannabis concealed in 55 bags hidden inside a 1x20ft container with No FCIU 6369526 laden with two vehicles. Total weight of the illicit drug is 1,187kg
In the course of joint examination, both agencies discovered the seizure which has been taken into the custody of the NDLEA. A breakdown of the drugs indicates that they were packed in 500 grams per sachet.
Speaking on the seizure, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, Customs Area Controller of Apapa Port Command, commended the robust synergy between the NCS and NDLEA while reiterating the service zero tolerance for smuggling.
” Few days ago, I stated that no consignment will exit our control from this port without due check. Our synergy as agencies of government will always put us ahead of criminal elements.
“No matter the volume of trade we are processing, we will never sacrifice national security and economy for any form of trade. While we are focused on collecting maximum revenue for government, our eagle eyed officers are activated to be alert at all times.
” Let me warn, once again for the umpteenth time, any trader- importer, exporter, freight forwarder or licensed customs agent that dares our resolve this Yuletide season and beyond ,will face the full wrath of the law.
Investigations are ongoing on this seizure and we shall bring the perpetrators to book” Comptroller Oshoba said
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