The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) says it intercepted 140 pump-action rifles and cannabis-infused food products at the TinCan Island Port in Lagos.

Speaking during a press briefing, Bashir Adeniyi, Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), said the seizures were made during recent enforcement operations by the TinCan Island Port Command. Adeniyi said customs operatives intercepted a container carrying concealed knock-down components of pump-action rifles.

He noted that 140 rifles have been assembled from the recovered parts, adding that officers are still assembling the remaining components. The CGC said one principal suspect was arrested at a bonded terminal while attempting to process the release of the container. Financial and telecommunications records linked the suspect to the shipment.

He added that two suspects are currently in custody assisting with investigations, while another principal suspect remains at large and is being tracked by security agencies. Customs Intercepts Cannabis-Infused SnacksAdeniyi also noted that customs officers intercepted two 40-foot containers laden with cannabis-infused products concealed among imported items, including vehicles, generators, batteries, and fabrics.

The seizure included 8,720 pieces of Delta-8 cannabis pre-roll cookies weighing 17.44 kilogrammes and valued at N308.7 million. Officers also recovered 740 packs of cannabis-infused gummies weighing 515.2 kilogrammes and valued at N40.7 million, as well as 873 cartons containing 442 packs of cannabis-infused cookies weighing 309.4 kilogrammes and valued at N24.3 million.

The combined street value of the seized cannabis-infused products stands at N373.8 million. Adeniyi noted that the products were packaged to resemble ordinary snacks, with flavours such as citrus, vanilla, pine, and peach pie, making them attractive to children, students, and other young people. He warned that the deceptive packaging could cause unsuspecting consumers to unknowingly ingest the products.

The CGC commended Joseph Anani, Area Controller of the TinCan Island Port Command, and officers of the enforcement unit for their vigilance and professionalism. He reiterated the service’s commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s borders and ensuring the prosecution of those involved in trafficking illicit arms and dangerous drugs. NigerianBusiness News

Adeniyi also praised the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its collaboration with the Customs Service and urged Nigerians to provide credible intelligence to support anti-smuggling efforts. Receiving the seized items, Augustine Adewunmi, Commander of Narcotics at the NDLEA TinCan Strategic Command, described cannabis-infused cookies, gummies, and smoothies as an emerging threat to public safety.

Adewunmi said the products, imported from the United States, were marketed as vegan snacks with flavours such as citrus, vanilla, and peach to deceive unsuspecting consumers. He warned that the products were deliberately designed to appeal to children, students, and clubgoers, increasing the risk of accidental drug consumption.

The NDLEA commander confirmed that two suspects are in custody while investigations continue. He urged parents, schools, and the public to remain vigilant, warning that consuming the products delivers concentrated cannabis directly to the body.

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The Lagos State Government says it has arrested 27 suspected hoodlums following the alleged vandalism of a newly constructed bridge linking Festac Town to Alakija.

The arrests followed a joint midnight enforcement operation by officers of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) and the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI) task force after authorities uncovered the alleged destruction of critical components of the bridge.

According to a post via the X handle of the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, the operation was carried out in line with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s directive to clear the Lagos-Badagry Transnational Highway of environmental infractions, illegal motor parks, roadside trading and other unlawful activities.

The commissioner said investigations revealed that suspected hoodlums had deliberately removed key structural materials from the bridge, posing a threat to public safety.

“Investigations revealed that suspected hoodlums had deliberately vandalised critical structural components of the bridge by removing iron rods, steel reinforcements, cables, and other supporting materials essential to the integrity of the infrastructure.”he said

The statement described the alleged vandalism as a serious threat to the integrity of the infrastructure and the government’s investment in public projects.

Following the discovery, security operatives launched a coordinated enforcement operation, leading to the arrest of 27 suspects.

“The operation led to the arrest of 27 suspected hoodlums, who will be prosecuted in accordance with the extant laws of Lagos State.”

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The Benue State Police Command has arrested five Pakistani nationals in separate intelligence-led operations in Otukpo and Ugbokolo areas of the state.

The spokesperson for the command, DSP Orchia Peter Aondongu, who disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, August 7, 2026 said 35 mobile phones were recovered from the men.

According to the PPRO, three of the suspects, Younas Mohammad, Ahmad Nunil, and Aslam Muhammad, were arrested on August 4 at Adoka Motor Park in Otukpo Local Government Area while allegedly attempting to board a vehicle to Adoka village.

The suspects claimed that they were in Otukpo to market cosmetics and mobile gadgets.

However, the police said none of the claimed products was found in their possession, raising questions about their activities and movements.

In a separate operation on August 5, police arrested two other Pakistani nationals, Juma Sharif and Muhammed Sharif, at a hotel in Ugbokolo.

The two suspects reportedly claimed to be dealers in Android phones.

A search of their belongings led to the recovery of 11 Tecno Camon 50 Pro phones.

Further investigation resulted in the recovery of 23 additional Tecno Camon 50 Pro phones and one Infinix Hot 60, bringing the total to 35 mobile phones.

“The Benue State Police Command has arrested five Pakistani nationals and recovered thirty-five (35) mobile phones in separate intelligence-led operations conducted in Otukpo and Ugbokolo areas,” the statement read.

“On 4th August 2026, operatives of the Command, acting on credible intelligence, arrested three Pakistanis at Adoka Motor Park, Otukpo Local Government Area. The suspects, identified as Younas Mohammad, 36; Ahmad Nunil, 38; and Aslam Muhammad, 46, were intercepted while attempting to board a vehicle to Adoka village.

“During preliminary questioning, the suspects stated that they were in Otukpo for the purpose of marketing cosmetics and mobile gadgets none of which were found in their possession. This made their explanation, activities and movements within the area suspicious, requiring more clarification.

“In a separate operation on 5th August 2026, two other Pakistanis, Juma Sharif, 30, and Muhammed Sharif, 25, were arrested at a local hotel in Ugbokolo following credible intelligence received by the Police.

“The two suspects claimed to be dealers in Android phones. A search of their belongings led to the recovery of eleven (11) Tecno Camon 50 Pro mobile phones.

“Further investigation and operational follow-up resulted in the recovery of an additional twenty-three (23) Tecno Camon 50 Pro phones and one (1) Infinix Hot 60 phone, bringing the total number of recovered mobile phones to thirty-five (35).

“The five suspects have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Makurdi, where discreet and comprehensive investigations are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding their presence, activities and movements within the State.

“It is strongly suspected that the possession of those mobile phones is a decoy for their clandestine activities in the rural areas of the state. This is even more probable as they hardly speak or understand english.

“The Benue State Police Command reassures members of the public that the operations form part of its proactive, intelligence-led policing strategy aimed at identifying potential security threats, preventing criminal activities and safeguarding lives and property across the State.

“The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Command, CP CLETUS C. N. NWADIOGBU, psc(+), mnips, PhD, commends the officers involved in the operations and members of the public whose timely information contributed to the arrests.

“He further urges residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons, movements or activities to the Police.

“The Command will continue to work with relevant stakeholders and members of the public to maintain peace and security across Benue State. The public will be updated as the investigation progress.”

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