Nigerian Customs officials in the Cross River/Calabar Free Trade Zone/Akwa Ibom Area Command have seized a large quantity of prohibited goods, including nearly 2,000 kegs of vegetable oil. The intercepted contraband has a total Duty Paid Value (DPV) of N273.68 million, equivalent to approximately $180,000 USD. The seizure represents ongoing efforts by the NCS to combat smuggling and enforce trade regulations. Details regarding the origin and intended destination of the goods have not been released. This operation underscores the continued challenges of controlling the flow of illicit products across Nigeria’s borders. The NCS routinely conducts interceptions of various contraband items, impacting the national economy and consumer safety. Further investigations are expected to determine if any arrests will be made in connection with the seized items.