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Deputy Comptroller AA Ibrahim, Ag. CAC, Ogun Area 1 Command, NCS addressing the media on the seizure feat
2 Weeks of Massive Showdown Against Smugglers, Economic Saboteurs in Ogun 1 Customs, DC Ibrahim Dazzles in Performance, Sends Shockwaves in the Camps of Unscrupulous Elements
…. Records Massive Seizures Worth N3.153Bn Across Ogun axis
In just 15 Days of assumption of office, the newly appointed Acting Customs Area Controller in Charge of Ogun 1 Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Deputy Comptroller Abdulhamid Ibrahim has so far dazzled watchers of events his leadership capabilities in recent anti-smuggling exploits, while his actions have sent dangerous signals, and shockwaves to the camps of both existing and would-be smugglers and Economic Saboteurs operating within the command on what to expect with him on the leadership saddle of the command.
The two weeks Operation was indeed intense, the shockwaves sent were no fluke, as the well decorated anti-smuggling Czar, DC AA Ibrahim who is now operating from a familiar terrain, a natural operational habitat of his, was precise in his enforcement tactics and logic, being carried out by his field operatives who are presently combing the entire Ogun State, and some of the efforts have resulted into massive seizures of various contraband goods worth over N3.153 billion from across the entire Ogun 1 Area Command’s jurisdiction.
The Massive Cannabis Seizure
An enforcement officer of no mean repute, DC Ibrahim is now operating from a terrain he once combed in year 2023/24, while he held sway as Officer in Charge of Operations at Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘A’, leaving indelible anti-smuggling legacy while his leadership lasted.
In his maiden press briefing on Thursday October 15, 2026, the Acting CAC, while noting that the briefing highlights the progress and key achievements recorded in border security and anti-smuggling efforts through strategic enforcement and collaboration with relevant sister agencies, disclosed seizures of massive foreign parboiled rice, pasta products, army camouflage uniforms and caps, as well as humongous unregistered drugs, 13 used exotic vehicles, as well as five trucks used as means of conveyance.
Indeed, this feat is in truth to DC Ibrahim pledge during the leadership transition, not to tolerate any form of Economic Saboteurs, warning smugglers perpetrators to steer clear of Ogun 1 Area Command, one of the nation’s famous smuggling notoriety axis, with a pledge to deploy all lawful means to combat smuggling and to enforce compliance with extant trade laws and regulations, and with a promise that his approach will be firm, fair, and intelligence-driven.
Ibrahim showcases the Rice Seizure
Ibrahim strategic intensified surveillance, and deployment of robust intelligence Profiling, along with strengthened collaboration with sister agencies and community stakeholders to enhance border operations, have yielded remarkable results that led to the Forty-three (43) seizures recorded within the period under review.
Reliving the highpoints of the seizure successes, DC Ibrahim explained that one of his patrol teams had on a single day enforcement exercise precisely on the 2nd of October, 2026 at about 0430hrs, while acting on precise intelligence, intercepted three (3) trucks that were transported to command headquarters Idiroko for physical examination as enshrined in section 227 of the Nigeria Customs Service Act 2023.
Upon examination, the trucks are discovered to be conveying prohibited items as contained in the breakdown below: The first truck (Sino truck Howo) with Reg No. MSW-232-XA was found to contain 2,740 cartons of foreign Siddo Pasta concealed with 500 cartons of Oki Condense Milk, while the second, a Howo truck with Reg No. TFA-674-XA was found to contained 6,000 foreign Ginny pasta, and the third which is Iveco Elco Truck with Reg No. KMC-702-ZR was found to be conveying 6,500 foreign Doga Pasta.
Customs – NDLEA Handover Exercise
Similarly, on the 4th October 2026, precisely at about 0134hrs, along the Afamin Dangote-Itori axis of Ogun state, operatives of the command intercepted a Dangote truck with Reg. No FZE-552-DA, that was conveying about 100 bags of foreign parboiled rice, concealed in Mica and Gypsum stones.
Furthermore, in the command’s efforts on border security and public health, 11th October 2026, the command’s patrol team intercepted a 10 tyre truck with Reg No. AKL-456-XL. A thorough physical examination revealed that the vehicle was conveying 321 pieces of Army camouflage face caps and a massive 27,831 types of different unregistered drugs like codeine cough syrup, injections, eyes drops and supplements without NAFDAC Number.
However, the above large consignments seizures of unwholesome medicaments and restricted military camouflage caps which may appear vastly different, but both are regarded to represent severe threats to the nation’s security, public safety, as well as human well-being.
DC Ibrahim further revealed that the five trucks with a worth of 1,235,000,000 billion are being forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria in accordance with Section 248 of Nigeria Customs Service Act, 2023.
Breakdown of other seizures include: 4,013 Cannabis sativa; One wrap of Canadian loud; 950 litres in kegs of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS); 660 Bags of foreign Parboiled Rice 50kg each; Four (4) Bundles of used Pneumatic Tyres; 106 Bales of second-hand clothing; 1,320 Pieces of smuggled new shoes; 3,700 Pieces of used shoes; 252 Pieces of imported face caps; 1,250 Pieces of foreign used bags;
Also seized are 13 units of Foreign-Used Vehicles which include; One unit used Hyundai Tucson 2008 model; 3 units used CRV jeep 2013 model; One unit used Venza 2019 model; One unit used Lexus Jeep LX600 2022 model; One unit used Lexus car ES350 2013 model; One unit used Toyota Camry XLE 2013 model; One unit used Avensis verso 2006; One unit used Peugeot 406 2002 model; One unit of used Galaxy 2009 model, as well as One unit Nissan Almera 2006 model.
The total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of the above seizures is put at N3,153,591,000.00.
For emphasis, the CAC explained that the seizure of Cannabis Sativa is particularly worrisome, given their far-reaching impact on the youth, public health, and national security, as he warned that the seizures highlight their zero-tolerance policy and resolve against smuggling.
Ibrahim also pointed out that under the leadership of CGC Adewale Adeniyi, PhD, MFR, their Ogun 1 Area command is fully equipped and strategically deployed to neutralize illegal trade and dismantle smuggling operations across the region.
While the seized Cannabis Sativa in the course of the briefing were in line with the inter-agency synergy and national protocol formally handed to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Idiroko Special Command for further necessary actions, DC Ibrahim used the opportunity to express his profound appreciation to the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, for his dynamic leadership, unflinching support, and consistent encouragement.
While he noted that CGC Adeniyi’s administration has redefined operational effectiveness and motivated a culture of excellence across Commands nationwide, the no nonsense enforcement officer of high repute also extend sincere commendation to the gallant officers and men of Ogun I Area Command whose relentless efforts, despite daunting challenges, have made these successes possible. Their dedication is not only commendable but patriotic.
