Customs Foil Drug Smuggling At Cross River Border, Seize N18m Narcotics
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Wednesday announced the seizure of illicit drugs worth N18m from suspected smugglers at the Mfum Border in Cross River State.
The operation, executed by the Cross River–Calabar Free Trade Zone and Akwa Ibom Area Command, led to the interception of 659 units of controlled substances.
Speaking during the handover at the NCS Command Headquarters in Calabar, Area Comptroller Gabriel Ogbonna disclosed that the confiscated consignment had been transferred to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution.
The seized drugs include 216 units of Pethidine 100mg, 216 units of Morphine Sulphate, 108 units of Fentanyl 50mm, 37 packets of Phenobarbital, 37 units of Sodium Sterop, 33 units of Midazolam Mylan, and 26 units of Sodium Injectables.
Ogbonna, while handing over the consignment, reaffirmed the Customs’ commitment to inter-agency collaboration.
He said, “On behalf of the Comptroller General of the NCS, I hereby hand over these items to the NDLEA. This handover is in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between our agencies.
“Today’s event is not just about the seizure it is a learning point for younger officers in both agencies to understand the importance of collaboration. Together, we leverage each other’s strengths to promote national security and development.”
In her response, the NDLEA Commander in Cross River State, Rachael Umebuali, commended the Customs Service for its proactive efforts and consistent partnership.
“We appreciate this gesture and partnership. This collaboration not only strengthens our operational capacity but also ensures our service to Nigerians is effective and impactful,” she said.
Customs Foil Drug Smuggling At Cross River Border, Seize N18m Narcotics is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
