The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Birnin Kebbi Area Command in Kebbi State has made a significant interception of 414 sacks of donkey meat valued at N23 million. The Area Comptroller, Dr. Ben Oramalugo, revealed this during a press briefing held at the command’s headquarters in Birnin Kebbi. The confiscation of these goods is empowered by Section 63 (b) of the Customs and Excise Management Act (CEMA) cap C45 LFN 2004, which grants the authority to seize items like donkey meat and pangolin that are being transported within or outside the country. Additionally, the command also seized used vehicles and other items valued at N71.2 million.
The interception took place at the Bunza/Kamba border in Kebbi State, where the customs officers, in collaboration with other security personnel, intercepted a truck loaded with 414 sacks of donkey meat. This successful operation highlights the vigilance and effective coordination among the security agencies in curbing illegal activities related to the transportation of prohibited goods.
Comptroller Oramalugo shared that the efforts of the command in revenue generation have yielded positive results. In April of this year, the command generated an impressive N127.3 million. This achievement can be attributed to the command’s continuous engagement with stakeholders and the utilization of advice from community leaders, as well as retired and serving security personnel in the state. By adopting these proactive measures, the command has demonstrated its commitment to upholding customs regulations and maximizing revenue collection.
The Nigeria Customs Service Birnin Kebbi Area Command has made a significant seizure, intercepting 414 sacks of donkey meat worth N23 million. This interception was made possible through the collaborative efforts of customs officers and other security personnel. The command, acting in accordance with the Customs and Excise Management Act, has the authority to confiscate prohibited goods like donkey meat. In addition to this interception, the command also seized used vehicles and other items valued at N71.2 million. The command’s commitment to revenue generation has resulted in notable success, as evidenced by the N127.3 million generated in April. By engaging with stakeholders and heeding advice from community leaders and security personnel, the command continues to ensure the effective enforcement of customs regulations in Kebbi State.
