… Attributes WLJC Partners For Successful Operation
The Service said the success of the operation leading to the
interception of the goods was a collaborative effort with the Wild Life Justice
Commission, WLJC.
Disclosing this in Lagos. Comptroller General of Customs, CGC, Hammed
Alli (rtd), said the seized items stocked in 15 sacks, also includes five kilograms
of Pangolin Claws.
The Customs boss said that two suspects, Salif Sanwidi and Sunday Enenyi
were arrested in connection with the crime, noting that investigation is
ongoing to unveil the identity of others involved in the crime.
The Customs CG who was represented by the National Public Relations
Officer of the Service, Joseph Attah, said “we received another credible
intelligence from same international partner, wildlife justice commission, and
swiftly deployed our intelligence operatives with the strike force as a SWOT
team. This led to the interception of one (1) Mercedes Benz Bus with
registration number BGT 256 LG along Kudieat Abiola Way Oregun, Ikeja, Lagos.
“Two suspects have already been arrested in connection with this seizure.
They are Mr. Salif Sanwidi and Mr. Sunday Ebenyi. They will also be charged to
court to answer for their crime
“For the avoidance of doubt, illegal wildlife trade contravenes section
63 “e” and “g” of CEMA Cap 45 LFN 2004. Nigeria is a signatory to the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora. As
a responsible member of the global community, we cannot allow our nation to be
used as a conduit pipe for illegal trade in wildlife.
“We remain committed to the quarterly meeting with embassies of USA, UK, and Germany and welcome on board other International organizations that are
joining the fray.
“We commend Wild Life Justice Commission for their continued strong
commitment to this course through the provision of credible actionable
intelligence, including technical aids. NCS appreciates this working synergy
and looks forward to more.
“You will recall that Nigeria Customs Service acting on credible
intelligence provided by our international partners announced wildlife seizure
over N22 billion with arrested suspects currently facing prosecution”.
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