The Western Marine Command has resolved to keep re-strategizing its operational modalities especially as the area of anti-smuggling activities has continued to pay off.
The Commands Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs, Lomba Benjamin, who disclosed this in a press release, said the result of the intensified efforts by the ever focused and eagle-eyed officers of the Command on Thursday 20 February, 2025 at about 11pm inside the sea has led to the highest single operational seizure of cannabis sativa under the exceptional leadership of the Customs Area Controller, Comptroller PK Bamisaiye.
You will recall two months ago, the Command made a seizure of 15 sacks of cannabis Sativa weighing 538kg and comprising 1,021 loaves worth 107,205,000 million naira of the illicit substance.
Commenting on the Seizure, Comptroller Bamisaiye said, the Officers having received credible intelligence were patrolling close to ilase sea beach, at about 200 nautical miles from the Lagos anchorage when they sighted the smugglers.
He further said, the smugglers tried to outrun the officers but when they couldn’t, they decided to abandon their boat by jumping into the sea.
He said in line with the established procedures the hard drugs will be handed over to Nigeria Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), adding that 20 February, 2025 at about 11pmtue to partner with other sister agencies in ensuring that the nation’s borders are well protected.
The Command reiterated its commitment to making the waterway axis a no safe haven for smugglers thereby creating a secure and thriving environment free from all illicit goods.
The Area Controller appreciated the CGC and his management team for being instrumental in supporting the fight against smuggling operations by providing critical resources and equipment to the Western Marine Command.
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