Nigerian Customs Auctions Seized Smuggled Fuel in Kwara

The Nigerian Customs Service held an auction on Wednesday in Kwara, where they auctioned off 43,750 liters of smuggled fuel, which included 30 drums of 200 liters each. The operation was supervised by Deputy Comptroller Abubakar Aliyu and was part of a larger initiative called Operation Whirlwind, coordinated by the Deputy Comptroller General Bashir Adewal Adeniyi.

The total estimated duty paid value of the seized fuel is N43.75 million. This operation covered several strategic locations in Kwara, including Kaiama, Shiya, Kenu, Boriya, Luma, Bokuru, Baruten, Ilesha, Baruba, Taberu, Salla, and Gwanara.

Aliyu emphasized the agency's commitment to safeguarding Nigeria's economic resources and dismantling smuggling networks, which are seen as acts of economic sabotage. The operation received support from the National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, and highlighted the importance of public cooperation in combating smuggling activities.