The forward operating base (FOB)
of the Nigerian Navy in Badagry, Lagos, has handed over 27 sacks of cannabis
sativa worth N35 million to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, FOB
commanding officer, said naval operatives seized the items on September 29 at
Pako Beach in Badagry.
Adams-Aliu said the navy acted
after receiving an intelligence tip-off about the activities of some suspected
smugglers within the area.
"The intelligence indicated that a boat was sighted offloading products suspected to be cannabis sativa at Pako, close to Ajodi, Seaside of the Base," NAN quoted the navy commander as saying.
"Consequently, the base
quick response team, led by the base operations officer and base intelligence
officer proceeded immediately to the scene of the crime for investigation and
possible arrest.
"Sighting the team, the
smugglers abandoned the narcotics at the beach and ran away. Subsequently, a
total of 27 sacks of suspected products valued at about N35 million were
recovered.
"The adjoining communities
were also raided but neither products nor suspects were found."
Adams-Aliu said an investigation
is ongoing in conjunction with other security agencies to identify the drug
trafficking syndicate, adding that those found culpable would be arraigned.
He said criminal elements
bringing drugs and illegal consignment into Nigeria should have a rethink,
saying that it would be difficult to meander through the Nigerian waters under
the leadership of the chief of naval staff.
"It is impossible to do so
because we will see you with our surveillance equipment and I will arrest you
and ensure the arrest ends in prosecution. Nigeria waterways are not for
illegality," he said.
Receiving the exhibit, Owen
Dinneys, commander of narcotics, NDLEA, promised that an investigation would
begin on the seized items.
"We will ensure that whoever
that is involved in the illegal drugs smuggling into the country is apprehended
and justice will be done," he said.
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