The Nigeria Customs Service at the Seme Border recently conducted a large-scale operation resulting in numerous seizures of prohibited goods. These included dangerous explosives, expired food products like noodles, illicit narcotics, foreign rice, and a large quantity of cigarettes. Comptroller Abdullahi Kaila, the Command’s Controller, announced the interceptions to stakeholders, emphasizing the operation’s reliance on intelligence gathering. The crackdown aims to combat smuggling and cross-border criminal activity prevalent in the region. Authorities have not yet released specific details on the type or quantity of explosives seized. This operation highlights ongoing efforts to reinforce border security and prevent the entry of dangerous and illegal items into Nigeria. Further investigations are expected to follow.