Customs intercepts smuggled goods worth N98.3m in Adamawa, Taraba
The Adamawa/Taraba Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted smuggled items valued at N98,375,325, including petroleum products, donkey skin, and unregistered medicaments across parts of the two states. The Area Comptroller, Mohammed Tanko, disclosed this during a press briefing in Yola, noting that the seizures were achieved through intelligence-led operations conducted in various […]
The Adamawa/Taraba Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has intercepted smuggled items valued at N98,375,325, including petroleum products, donkey skin, and unregistered medicaments across parts of the two states.
The Area Comptroller, Mohammed Tanko, disclosed this during a press briefing in Yola, noting that the seizures were achieved through intelligence-led operations conducted in various locations within the command’s jurisdiction.
According to him, operatives intercepted 32,860 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) packed in 1,288 jerry cans of 25 litres each, alongside 2,800 litres of Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) contained in 112 jerry cans.
He said other seized items include second-hand clothing, raw donkey skin, dried donkey meat, and unregistered pharmaceutical products, all allegedly intended for illegal export through Cameroon border routes.
Tanko explained that the operations were carried out in areas including Likitaba-Gembu in Taraba State, as well as the Maiha-Belbel and Sahuda border axis in Mubi, Adamawa State.
“In total, 1,288 jerry cans and three drums containing approximately 32,860 litres of PMS alongside 2,800 litres of AGO were seized, with a Duty Paid Value of N98,375,325,” he said.
He added that the command recorded the interceptions within the past six weeks through sustained surveillance and coordinated enforcement actions.
Tanko said the operations were backed by relevant provisions of the Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023, which empowers the service to curb illegal exportation of petroleum products and prohibited wildlife items such as donkey skin.
He warned smugglers to desist from illegal trade activities, urging them to embrace legitimate business opportunities.
“We are committed to facilitating lawful trade while remaining firm against smuggling networks operating within our jurisdiction,” he said.