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The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has recorded another significant victory in its ongoing crackdown on the smuggling of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol. Acting on the directive of the Comptroller-General of Customs,  Bashir Adewale Adeniyi MFR, psc (+) , operatives of  Operation Whirlwind  made massive seizures across several key border communities in Lagos and Ogun States. The operation, which has been hailed by multiple government agencies for its effectiveness, culminated in the interception of  1,577 jerrycans  of PMS  each containing 25 liters amounting to  39,425 liters  of fuel. The seizure, which was made in notorious smuggling flashpoints including  Ilaro, Imeko, Badagry, Owode, and Ajilete , was carried out following intelligence reports indicating plans to illegally transport the products into neighboring  Benin Republic . Speaking at a press briefing held at the Customs Training College, Ikeja...

 The Seme Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced major strides in revenue generation, trade facilitation, and anti-smuggling operations, reinforcing its critical role in Nigeria’s economic and border security. Addressing journalists during his second media briefing since taking office, the Area Controller, Comptroller Ben Oramalugo, detailed achievements recorded between March 13 and May 13, 2025. According to Dr. Oramalugo, the command generated a total of Eight Hundred and Forty-Seven Million, Fifty-Eight Thousand, Eight Hundred and Seventy-Nine Naira, Thirty Kobo  (₦847,058,879.30 ) of revenue in April alone. A performance he attributed to the dedication and professionalism of officers of the Command.  “This milestone reflects the efficiency and diligence of our officers in monitoring and processing legitimate cross-border trade activities,” he said. The command also played a vital role in supporting the Fede...