Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) officials have arrested an importer and a female clearing agent in connection with the illegal importation of 399 Jojef pump-action rifles. The weapons were discovered at the Tin Can Island Port in Lagos. This arrest signals a crackdown on illicit arms trafficking within the country. Authorities are investigating how the large quantity of rifles managed to enter the port undetected. The NCS aims to uncover the full extent of the smuggling operation and identify any further accomplices. This seizure highlights ongoing concerns regarding the flow of illegal weapons into Nigeria and its potential impact on security. Further details regarding the suspects and the origin of the rifles are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.

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