Customs Operatives Intercept Smuggled Arms, Ammunition, Drones

Customs Operatives Intercept Smuggled Arms, Ammunition, Drones

By Our Correspondent

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Federal Operations Unit, Zone A, has made a significant breakthrough in its efforts to combat smuggling and secure the nation’s borders. In two separate operations in Ogun and Ondo states, the unit seized 15 assorted rifles, 4,841 rounds of live ammunition, and two industrial drones worth N377.1 million.

Details of the Seizure
The seizures were made on August 7 and 9, 2025, during coordinated enforcement operations. On August 7, a patrol team intercepted a Nissan Almera vehicle suspected of conveying prohibited items via the Ilara bush paths near the Ogun border. The occupants abandoned the vehicle and fled into the bush, leaving behind the seized items, which included²:
Firearms: 14 JOJEF Magnum semi-automatic firearms (Italian-made) and 1 Mossberg pump-action shotgun (US-made)
Ammunition: 4,841 rounds of live ammunition
Drones: 2 industrial drones without proper documentation
Other Items: 2 cartons of Danu Spaghetti and bales of used clothing

The Nigeria Customs Service has reaffirmed its commitment to combating smuggling and securing the nation’s borders, emphasizing that the importation of arms, ammunition, and drones without proper documentation is a clear violation of national security regulations.