The Western Marine Command of the Nigeria Customs Service reported intercepting various contrabands totaling N924 million between August and October.

In an announcement on Friday, spokesperson Mailafiya Magaji stated that the command seized 17 sacks containing 1,199 parcels of cannabis sativa (663.5kg) along the Moba waterways and Sanki Beach Axis.

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Customs Area Controller Odaudu Salefu disclosed that the seizures also included 66,000 capsules of 225mg tramadol, 1,257 bags of foreign parboiled rice with a duty paid value of N50 million, and 3,750 liters of premium motor spirit from two separate operations in October.

Salefu highlighted that in August 2023, the command handed over 103 sacks containing 8,240 parcels of cannabis sativa to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency.

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The cumulative value of the ten seizures conducted by the command from August to October was N924 million.

Emphasizing the importance of respecting government fiscal policies, prohibitions, and restrictions, Salefu noted that these measures are in place to safeguard national security, foster economic growth, and contribute to Nigeria’s overall progress.