Afrigather The Comptroller Common of the Nigeria Customs Service, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, has lauded the efforts of inter-agency synergy between the Nigeria Customs Service and different authorities businesses, notably the Nigerian Drug Regulation Enforcement Company (NDLEA), which has resulted within the interception of Cocaine, Colorado, Arms and Ammunition price N4.279 Billion at Tincan Island Port Command.
Addressing Newsmen on the Command on Thursday, 25 January 2024, the Comptroller-Common of Customs (CGC) famous the Officers seized 56.39kg of Cocaine valued at N2,368,380,000 and 955kg of Colorado Indica valued at N1,911,400,000, all with a road worth of N4.279 Billion.
Different gadgets seized are 5 pistols and, 445 rounds of dwell ammunition, and a number of other empty pistol magazines.
He emphasised the significance of inter-agency synergy within the struggle in opposition to illicit substances and nationwide safety.
“Simply as criminals discover energy in collaboration, authorities businesses should equally recognize the benefits of working collectively to meet their statutory duties. It’s inside this context that the continued collaborative efforts between the NCS and the Nigeria Drug and Regulation Enforcement Company (NDLEA) have persistently yielded constructive outcomes”. He said.
“This collaborative synergy exemplifies the effectiveness of pooling sources and intelligence, reinforcing the dedication of each businesses to safeguarding the nation’s borders and defending its residents from the threats posed by unlawful substances.” He confused.
He reiterated the NCS’ resolve to prioritize strategic partnerships to reinforce its functionality to meet its core mandates.
He mentioned, “In recognition of the threats and the collaborative nature of legal actions, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has steadfastly prioritized strategic partnerships with stakeholders over the previous seven months.”
“This deliberate focus goals to harness the specialised experience of our companions in a fashion that enhances {our capability} to meet our core mandates.” He added.
The Customs Boss later handed over the seized gadgets to the Chairman of NDLEA, Brigadier Common Mohammed Buba Marwa, who was represented by the Company’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi.
Receiving the gadgets, the NDLEA Boss counseled the CGC for the synergy between the 2 businesses, saying the collaboration is a robust warning to drug cartels as they are going to proceed to lose their investments within the legal commerce.
He mentioned, “The handing over of seized illicit medicine within the custody of the Nigeria Customs Service is a improvement that speaks volumes in regards to the onerous work and diligence of safety businesses tasked with securing the territory of our nation.”
“The seizure is a testomony that, identical to the Airports, the Sea Ports are additionally secured.” He concluded.
