By Peace Udugba
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), in collaboration with international partners, has foiled an attempt to smuggle a large consignment of Tap Tramadol 250mg through the Murtala Muhammed Area Command (MMAC).
The intercepted shipment was formally handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on June 11, 2026, for further investigation and necessary action.
Speaking during the handover ceremony, the Customs Area Controller (CAC), Comptroller Godwin Otunla, said the successful operation underscores the NCS’s continued commitment to combating the trafficking of controlled substances that pose significant threats to public health and national security.
Otunla commended officers of the Special WILD Office of the NCS Intelligence Unit for their professionalism and timely intelligence, which played a crucial role in the interception. He also praised the dedication and teamwork demonstrated by all officers involved in the operation.
The Customs Area Controller further acknowledged the technical support and cooperation provided by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Customs, describing their assistance as vital to the success of the operation.
“Their support was instrumental in identifying and intercepting this illegal shipment, further demonstrating the importance of international collaboration in the fight against transnational crime,” he said.
Reaffirming the Service’s commitment to safeguarding the nation, Otunla stressed that the NCS would continue to strengthen inter-agency cooperation and intelligence-driven operations in the collective interest of national security.
