Customs, NDLEA Intercept 1,187kg of Canadian Loud Concealed in 1X20ft Container at Apapa Port
ZAINAB JUNAID
Barely 5 days after the Nigeria Customs Service(NCS) announced a successful joint operation with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), which led to the seizure of 25.5kg cocaine in a Brazilian flagged vessel, the two agencies have intercepted 1,187kg of Cannabis Loud in another joint operation at Apapa Port.
According to a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs Isah Sulaiman on Thursday, 11 December 2025, the new seizure followed credible intelligence provided by the NDLEA.
The duo thereafter uncovered a total of 2,374 packages of cannabis concealed in 55 bags hidden inside a 1x20ft container with No FCIU 6369526 laden with two vehicles.
Total weight of the illicit drug is 1,187kg.
The new discovery was made after the successful joint operation carried out by both agencies, and the seized items have been formally handed over to the NDLEA in accordance with the Law
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A breakdown of the drugs indicated that they were packed in 500 grams per sachet.
Speaking on the seizure, Customs Area Controller of Apapa Port Command, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, lauded the robust synergy between the NCS and NDLEA while reiterating the service zero tolerance for smuggling.
According to the CAC, “No consignment will exit our control from this port without due check. Our synergy as agencies of government will always put us ahead of criminal elements.
“No matter the volume of trade we are processing, we will never sacrifice national security and economy for any form of trade. While we are focused on collecting maximum revenue for government, our eagle eyed officers are activated to be alert at all times.
“Let me warn, once again for the umpteenth time, any trader- importer, exporter, freight forwarder or licensed customs agent that dares our resolve this Yuletide season and beyond ,will face the full wrath of the law. Investigations are ongoing on this seizure and we shall bring the perpetrators to book,” Comptroller Oshoba said.