At the Apapa port, Nigerian customs officers found 25.5 kilograms of cocaine being carried on a Brazilian ship called MV San Anthonio. The drugs were hidden inside five bags and 24 small packages. The ship is now being held as investigators look into how the drugs got on board.<\/p>\n
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Customs says the find came after smart, intelligence-based checks. The discovery is seen as a win for security and for keeping trade honest.<\/p>\n
The head of the Apapa port, Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba, gave praise to both the customs service and the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for working together.<\/p>\n
The ship\u2019s journey started in Brazil and included several port stops in Central America. Officials say these routes can be linked to illegal activity, which is why authorities keep a close watch.<\/p>\n
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The drugs were handed over to the NDLEA for further action. The ship stays held while investigators continue.<\/p>\n
Customs says they won\u2019t let crime taint Nigeria\u2019s ports and will keep security a top priority, especially as the holidays approach.<\/p>\n
Quotes from officials:<\/p>\n
\u201cThis shows how profiling and teamwork between the NCS and NDLEA help stop unlawful trade.\u201d \u2013 Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba<\/p>\n
\u201cThis seizure sends a clear message to anyone trying to smuggle drugs through our ports.\u201d \u2013 Oshoba<\/p>\n
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