The Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service claimed to have seized various illegal items totaling N242m in just seven days.
Adewale Adeniyi, the acting Comptroller General of Customs, made this statement to press on Friday in Abeokuta.
This was also included in a statement issued on Friday by Abdullahi Maiwada, the service’s national public relations director.
The contraband, according to Adeniyi, was discovered in several parts of the state.
He said, “Between September 18 and September 30, 2023, the officers of the Ogun 1 Area Command seized 1,436 used pneumatic tires also as tokunbo tires 53 sacks, and 569 parcels of cannabis sativa weighing 1,179 kilograms.”
“Additionally, they apprehended 3,149 bags of foreign parboiled rice, each weighing 50 kilograms, alongside 32 vehicles used for conveyance.” He narrated.
He said that the tires were inappropriate for use on Nigerian highways and that many of them had already outlived their recommended service life.
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“According to safety experts, good-quality pneumatic tires are safe for use for only four years from the date of manufacturing. Any usage beyond this duration poses a significant risk to motorists and jeopardizes their lives.”
The numerous contrabands, according to Adeniyi, were discovered in several places, including Papa/Ajegunle, Ilaro Road, Imasayi/Joga Road, Ijebu Ode axis, and Odogbolu woodland path along Ijebu Ode road in Ogun State.
The head of customs underlined the agency’s dedication to safeguarding society from the introduction of hazardous chemicals and ensuring Nigerians’ safety and wellbeing.
“We are resolute in our mission to curb illicit trade, safeguard our roads from dangerous tires, and protect our youth from the devastating effects of illicit drugs. Your support and understanding are invaluable as we work together to build a safer and stronger Nigeria.
“It is essential to highlight that these seizures were a testament to our renewed determination and strategic deployment of both human and material resources. Our commitment to protecting Nigerians from the audacious actions of daredevil smugglers remains unwavering,” Adeniyi explained.
According to Adeniyi, the consumption of psychoactive substances derived from the cannabis plant is a serious problem in Nigerian society, particularly among young people.
