KLT Customs Command Intercepts Cannabis Indica Worth N256m From Canada
KLT Customs Command Intercepts Cannabis Indica Worth N256m From Canada
By Asuquo Nuwak
In line with the Comptroller-General of Custom’s policy thrust of collaboration innovations and consolidation, the vigilance officers of Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command of Nigeria Customs Service, in conjunction with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, intercepted 140 parcels of cannabis sativa smuggled into Nigeria from Canada, weighing 51.25 kg, valued at N256,250,000.00 street price.
The Customs Area Controller of Kirikiri Lighter Terminal Command, Comptroller Joy Edeldouk, disclosed this to newsmen during the handing over of the drugs to National Drug Law Enforcement Agency for further investigation and prosecution alongside the three suspects arrested in connection with the seizure.
The drugs weighing 51.25kg, according to press statement were packed in 140 parcels and was discovered in September during a joint examination session following credible intelligence.
She said the 140 parcels of cannabis sativa smuggled into Nigeria violated the provision of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023, section 55 sub-section 1c and 1f.
This interception, according to a press statement, is a testament to the continued dedication and commitment to safeguarding Nigerian borders from the importation of illicit and harmful substances.
The negative impact of cannabis sativa, according to the report, on individuals, families and society at large causes destruction to lives, lead to increase in crime, fueling violence and crisis and other societal vices.
Comptroller Edeldouk, further announced that by keeping these dangerous substance out of the communities, they are preventing untold harm as well as helping to secure a safer future for the citizens, especially the youth who are most vulnerable to these harmful substances.
She said the full wrath of the law will be brought to bear on individuals caught attempting to smuggle contrabands or banned substances into Nigeria.
Beside this, she warned all unscrupulous importers who may contemplate testing the resolve of Nigeria Customs Service to keep clear from their nefarious activities, adding that the command will not hesitate to bring those involved in illegal importation to justice.
In addition to this, she said the Nigeria Customs Service in collaboration with other agencies will continue to intensify its efforts to rid the country of dangerous contraband substances.
She told law abiding citizens and legitimate traders that the command is committed to ensuring that facilitation of legitimate trade is unhindered, adding that there is no room for criminality for those seeking to engage in illegal activities.
Aside from this, she announced that any one who breach the law of the country will be caught and prosecuted according to the rule of law.
At the end, she thanked the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and his management team for their steadfast support and guidance, while assuring them that officers and men of the command will continue to comply fully with the mandate of the Service.
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