In a significant security operation, the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted nine containers loaded with arms, ammunition, illicit drugs, and second-hand clothes. The seized items have an estimated value of N13.9 billion.
This interception highlights the ongoing efforts of the Customs Service to combat illegal smuggling and enhance national security.
The operation underscores the importance of vigilance and stringent monitoring at Nigeria’s ports and borders.
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The authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation to trace the origins of the intercepted goods and apprehend those responsible for the attempted smuggling.
Further details about the investigation and potential arrests will be released as the situation develops.