The Nigeria Customs Service, NSC, Bauchi State Zone D Federal Operations Unit, has announced its successful interception of smuggled goods, including vehicles, petroleum products, donkey meat, and skins worth N229 million.
This was disclosed by the Comptroller of the unit, Abdullahi Ka’ila, on Friday during a press briefing in Bauchi, stating that the seizures were made through intelligence-driven operations across the zone.
He also said the interceptions underscored the Service’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the nation’s economy and security, adding that the unit had, in December 2025, seized 718 pieces of donkey skins being smuggled out of the country.
According to the Comptroller, the operation followed credible intelligence, meticulous surveillance, and coordinated enforcement at identified locations.
He listed the seized vehicles to include: “One Toyota Urban Cruiser, 2026; two Toyota Corolla Cross, 2025; one Citroën Jumper bus; and one Peugeot Boxer, used as a means of conveyance.”
Other items are “14,750 litres of premium motor spirit, otherwise known as petrol; 283 pieces of fresh donkey skins; 102 sacks of fried donkey meat; and several bales and sacks of second-hand clothing.”
He said, “The total value of the seizure stands at N229,422,669. These operations were executed with professionalism and precision, resulting in the interception of several prohibited items suspected of having been smuggled into the country through unapproved routes.
“The success of this operation underscores the importance of intelligence-driven enforcement and collaboration among security agencies.
“It also highlights the dedication and professionalism of personnel in Zone D, Bauchi, whose relentless efforts continue to curb smuggling activities along our borders and inland routes,” he said.
He warned that smuggling posed serious threats to local industries, public health, and economic stability, depriving the government of revenue needed for development projects, urging members of the public and stakeholders to support the service with credible information and cooperation.
Receiving the seized items, the Bauchi State Coordinator of NESREA, Yahaya Adamu, commended the Nigeria Customs Service for its efforts in curbing illegal wildlife trade, saying, “The agency would ensure proper handling and disposal of the seized specimens in line with environmental regulations and in collaboration with other relevant bodies, including the National Park Service.”
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