Tincan special area command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has revealed that it seized 799.95kg of cannabis worth N2.66 billion.

According to Mohammed Abubakar, the area commander at Tincan, the illicit drugs were seized between January and August.

Abubakar stated that during the period, the command also recovered 24kg of cocaine from a bulk cargo vessel, Cooper Island.

He disclosed that the banned substance is mostly imported from Canada and the United States to the country with the help of some collaborators.

“The arrests and prosecution of many importers and their collaborators (agents) by NDLEA Tincan command is a testament that we operate in a highly non-compliant environment.

“We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of professional integrity and will not hesitate to take appropriate legal action against those spreading false allegations.

“We urge anyone with legitimate concerns or suggestions for improvement to come forward with credible evidence through the appropriate channels.

“Constructive dialogue and cooperation are key to enhancing the integrity and effectiveness of our operations, and we welcome any opportunity to address concerns genuinely and transparently.”

He said the real obstacle to the ease of doing business at the port is the non-compliance and false declaration of cargo and concealments by importers and traders, aided by agents.
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