By Femi Anamelechi
Western Marine Command has intercepted 20 sacks of Cannabis Indica valued at ₦157.83 million and reinforced commitment to ensure enhanced efforts on Maritime Boarder Safety The Customs Area Controller, Comptroller Patrick Ntadi speaking to the media on 14th January 2026 , said the illicit drugs were carefully packed into 1,205 wraps and were suspected to have been unlawfully smuggled into the country through the waterways.The CAC attributed the success to the motivation from the Comptroller General of Customs, Adewale Adeniyi, credible intelligence sharing and improved collaboration with other security agencies. “This January, we will be taking delivery of seven boats, brand new ones. And I know, that the Comptroller General, Adewale Adeniyi, is reaching everywhere to make sure that operations are handled effortlessly. So this month we will take delivery of seven boats. And when we do, we will get into the sea. We will be more efficient, more effective, and we will try to achieve more goals”, he noted.
Controller. Patrick Ntadi also highlighted the command’s efforts in facilitating legitimate trade. He pointed out that the, the Container Seat team successfully escorted 21,414 containers from the main port to various bonded terminals to ensure transparency, compliance and the smooth movement of cargo.”These operational achievements reaffirm the unwavering commitment of the command to its statutory responsibilities of revenue protection, border security and trade facilitation”, he added. The intercepted drugs were handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution.Comptroller Ntadi on the same day received other Area Controllers within Zone A, including Comptroller Emmanuel Oshoba of Apapa Area Command, Comptroller Joe Anani of Port & Terminal Multi-Services Limited and Comptroller Frank Onyeka of Tin Can Island Port Command.
Speaking after inspection of the Command’s parade the visiting Comptrollers urged officers to always ensure high standards of discipline and professionalism in the discharge of their duties.“Discipline is key, building yourself up is key, having foresight for the service is key. The only way for us to survive in this environment is to be very professional”, Comptroller Oshoba said.The high point of the parade was the presentation of awards to outstanding officers in recognition of their commitment , dedication and excellent service delivery to the Nigeria Custom Service.
