Customs officials in Figuil, Northern Region, intercepted a large shipment of smuggled goods on Sunday, October 4th, 2026. The seizure occurred in Lam, where authorities discovered 2,800 knives being illegally imported from Nigeria. This operation was carried out by the Customs Commercial Brigade. The origin of the knives and the intended destination within the Northern Region are currently under investigation. This interception highlights ongoing efforts to combat illicit trade and the flow of potentially dangerous items across borders. Authorities are working to determine if this smuggling operation is linked to any larger criminal networks. The seized knives have been taken into custody as evidence.