Mr Afeni expressed worry over rising frequency of cannabis sativa seizures.
He said the chemicals were intercepted during routine cargo examination.
Customs’ comptroller-general, Bashir Adeniyi, announced this in a statement.
He commended the personnel for their dedication, vigilance and unwavering commitment to duty.
Mr Maiwada said the move was in line with the service’s commitment on deepening trade facilitation.
The Nigerian Shippers’ Council says cargo activities at the Kaduna Inland Dry Port have improved, with monthly throughput rising from 200 to 800 containers.
He encouraged officers not promoted to remain diligent.
The customs boss reaffirmed the command’s commitment to frustrating drug cartels and smugglers.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Onne, Area 11, Rivers, has warned against delayed clearance at the port, saying that consignees risk loss of their cargo.
According to him, the extension will also improve the ease of doing business across the nation’s ports.
