The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun 1 Command has seized contraband with a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N1,401,531,923:95, within 48 days in various parts of the state.

The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Godwin Otunla, disclosed this at a news conference on Thursday in Idiroko, Ogun State.

Mr Otunla said that the command was able to record the remarkable feat within the short period through intelligence-driven operations, resilience, and the unwavering commitments of its gallant officers.

He listed the items seized to include: 4,424 bags of foreign parboiled rice, 105 bags of cannabis sativa, 105 units of used tyres.

Others are 21 bales and three sacks of used clothing, three vehicles including a Rolls-Royce and 6,400 litres of premium motor spirit.

He said, “The seizures with a DPV of N1,401,531,923,95, represents a significant economic loss to the smugglers, but a huge gain to our national economy and security. In addition, the command also generated a total revenue of N45,054,191:00 in July, which is higher than the N35,327,852:00 recorded in the corresponding month in 2024. However, this represents a commendable increase of 27.47 per cent, and this remarkable growth is a reflection of our enhanced compliance drive, improved monitoring of the border activities, and robust stakeholders’ engagement.”

The area controller said that the illicit drug seized would be handed over to the Commander of the NDLEA, Idiroko Special Command, for further investigation and necessary action.

Mr Otunla stated, “The synergy with other security agencies is not only in compliance with the government directive but also reinforces our collective determination to safeguard public health, ensure national security, and protect the future of our youths from the devastating effects of hard drugs.’’

(NAN)