The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun Area 1 Command, has intercepted 10,126 parcels of Cannabis Indica, commonly known as Ghana Loud, with an estimated value exceeding N6 billion. The announcement was made during a handing-over ceremony held at the Sentry Idiroko Border Post.
Acting Comptroller's Statement
Acting Customs Area Comptroller Olukayode Afeni stated that the contraband items were seized at various locations across Ogun State. He emphasized that the seizures demonstrate the command's resolve to combat smuggling, prevent revenue loss, and dismantle organized smuggling networks.
Afeni lamented the harmful effects of illicit drugs on consumers, particularly youths, noting that drug abuse often leads to crimes such as armed robbery, banditry, cultism, kidnapping, and terrorism. “We remain resolute in our duty to ensure that Ogun State and the nation at large remain hostile environments for those seeking to undermine our economic stability,” he said.
Seizures and Revenue
Through enhanced intelligence and inter-agency collaboration, the command recorded 73 seizures within 41 days. The cumulative Duty Paid Value (DPV) of seized items stands at N6,777,236,000. “From January to date, we have taken 26,002 parcels of cannabis off the streets. This is not just a seizure; it is a preventive measure. Without this intervention, society could face a wave of drug-related crises,” Afeni added.
Between March 16 and May 12, 2026, the command generated and remitted N125,430,757 into the Federation Account through baggage assessment and auction of seized petroleum products.
Other Seized Items
Other items seized include 26 sacks of raw cannabis sativa, 50 cartons of expired Maggi Star seasoning, 1,759 bags of 50kg foreign parboiled rice, 2,685 kegs of 25 litres and 16 kegs of two litres of vegetable oil, and 16 kegs containing 14,550 litres of Premium Motor Spirit. Also seized were 77 cartons of 500mg Analgin injections without NAFDAC registration numbers, 216 cartons of 20kg Basmati rice, 205 packs of footwear, 66 bales of second-hand clothing, 46 bags of 25kg foreign sugar, two used vehicles, two sacks of ladies' handbags, 16 cartons of organic honey, 858 packs of macaroni, two sacks of spaghetti, and six live pangolins, which have been handed over to the appropriate agency.
NDLEA Commends Collaboration
Commander of the Idiroko Special Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Ekundayo Williams, commended the collaborative efforts of sister agencies in the fight against smugglers and economic saboteurs.
