The Nigeria Customs Service has seized 916 kegs of Premium Motor Spirit valued at ₦22.9 million in Adamawa State. This operation, part of Operation Whirlwind, underscores the agency’s commitment to combating fuel smuggling. Recent actions reflect an ongoing effort to uphold economic integrity and involve community engagement in tackling illicit activities.
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intensified its fight against fuel smuggling, successfully seizing 916 kegs of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) valued at ₦22.9 million in Adamawa State. This operation was executed as part of its strategic enforcement initiative, Operation Whirlwind, targeting known smuggling routes including Maiha, Mubi, Gurin, and Belel. The seizure, equivalent to 22,900 litres of PMS, was announced during a press conference on March 14, 2025, by Assistant Comptroller-General Hussein Ejibunu.
Ejibunu highlighted that the operation was driven by intelligence, showcasing the NCS’s commitment to maintaining Nigeria’s economic integrity and enforcing trade regulations. This interception follows a previous successful operation on March 13, 2025, where 1,149 jerrycans of PMS were seized in Gembu, Taraba State, totaling 34,470 litres of illicit fuel.
The agency continues to stress the importance of combating fuel smuggling, which undermines economic stability and national security. Ejibunu addressed the root causes of this issue, including economic inequalities and the appeal of illegal profits, affirming that, under Comptroller-General Adewale Adeniyi, the NCS will dismantle these criminal networks, rendering fuel smuggling both unprofitable and dangerous.
In recognition of the efforts made by the officers involved, Ejibunu expressed his gratitude, stating support for Operation Whirlwind’s officers, whose bravery and professionalism reinforce public confidence in the NCS’s ability to protect Nigeria’s economic sovereignty. He urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspected smuggling activities, reinforcing the necessity of collective action against economic sabotage.
The Nigeria Customs Service has successfully executed a significant operation against fuel smuggling, resulting in the confiscation of 916 kegs of PMS worth ₦22.9 million. This effort reflects the agency’s intelligence-led commitment to uphold economic integrity while engaging the public in the fight against smuggling. Continued vigilance and community cooperation remain crucial in the struggle to eliminate illicit fuel trafficking and protect Nigeria’s economic future.
Original Source: newscentral.africa
