The Nigeria Customs Service has intensified its operations across the southwest, intercepting contraband goods and arms in a series of intelligence-led actions.
The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A in Ikeja, Lagos, announced seizures worth ₦1.29 billion, including used vehicles, cannabis sativa, secondhand goods, and other contraband. Seven suspects were arrested in connection with these operations.
Comptroller Mohammed Shuaibu, head of FOU Zone A, revealed that between May 19 and May 26, 2025, operatives seized 2x40FT containers of cut-up vehicles meant to evade duties, 312 bales of printed wax, used clothing, electronics, gas cylinders, and over 1,665kg of cannabis.
Trucks carrying tramadol and other concealed goods were also intercepted along key smuggling routes in Lagos and Ogun States.
Simultaneously, PTML Command handed over seized ammunition to the National Centre for the Control of Small Arms and Light Weapons (NCCSALW).
Comptroller Tenny Daniyan disclosed the recovery of 75 live cartridges and a 9MM magazine concealed within imported used vehicles. These arms, discovered during inspection, had been smuggled from overseas and hidden in seat foams and fuel tank meters.
Zonal Coordinator for NCCSALW, Mustapha Alamutu, praised Customs’ vigilance and emphasized the importance of continued collaboration to prevent the proliferation of illegal arms.
Both Customs commands reaffirmed their commitment to national security and economic protection, vowing to sustain pressure on smugglers and maintain synergy with security agencies.
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