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The Nigeria Customs Service's Kano-Jigawa Area Command reported the interception of contraband goods exceeding N1 billion from January to March 2026. Key findings included smuggled foreign currencies, fake pharmaceuticals, and illegally imported vehicles.
The Nigeria Customs Service has confiscated 14,375 litres of Premium Motor Spirit valued at approximately N14.4 million in response to rising petrol prices across the country. This operation, carried out by Operation Whirlwind, targeted smuggled petrol originally intended for Cameroon.
Recent practices by Nigeria Customs in valuing imported goods raise concerns about legal compliance. The 2023 NCS Act mandates reliance on actual transaction values, yet officers are reportedly altering these figures, impacting the economy and trade.
