The Ogun Area 1 Command of the Nigeria Customs Service, based in Idiroko, has reported the seizure of contraband valued at N1,267,504,035 and generated revenue of N275,835,406 for the year 2024.
During a press briefing held on Tuesday at the Command’s office in Idiroko, Area Controller Mohammed Shuaibu emphasized the significant strides made by the Command in its ongoing battle against smuggling.Shuaibu revealed that the revenue of N275,835,406 was derived from baggage assessments, auction sales of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), and the sale of vehicles.
The contraband seized in 2024 included 16,712 bags of foreign rice (50kg each), 139,881 litres of PMS, 940 rounds of live ammunition, 71 sacks containing 3,253 parcels of cannabis sativa, and 586 bales of used clothing.Additional items seized consisted of 86 vehicles used for smuggling, 18 foreign-used vehicles, 2,150 used pneumatic tyres, 760 pieces of donkey skin, 3,766 cartons of poultry products, and 85 bags of flour.
The total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of these seized items reached N1,267,504,035.Shuaibu remarked, “These accomplishments reflect our officers’ unwavering dedication to combating smuggling activities, protecting the economy, and ensuring the well-being of society.”
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