The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Area Command, says it intercepted 3,461 parcels of Cannabis sativa with a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N1,553,580 in various locations of the state.
The Area Comptroller, Mr Olukayode Afeni, disclosed this while handing over the drugs to Mr Olaniyi Ekundayo, Commander, National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Idiroko Special Area Command, Idiroko, on Thursday.
Afeni explained that the handover was in line with the commitment to strengthening partnerships with other security agencies to combat drug trafficking, proliferation of small and light weapons and ensuring a safer society.
According to him, as part of our inter-agency collaboration, we are handing over the intercepted parcels of cannabis sativa to the commander of NDLEA.
“We are appealing to all the traditional rulers to educate their youths on the danger of using drugs.” he said.
The area comptroller reiterated the command’s commitment to fighting smuggling activities that posed serious health and security problems to the nation.
In his response, Ekundayo said that the fight against the scourge was for NDLEA alone but a collective responsibility of everyone.
He lauded the commitment and dedication of the Customs Ogun 1 Area Command for always being on the field to apprehend stubborn smugglers and curb the menace.
