According to him, the products were seized by officers of the anti bunkering unit while the they were being smuggled through the creeks. “Officers of the anti bunkering unit are on ground to ensure that smuggled products through illegal routes are apprehended and seized,” he said. Aliyu said no arrests were made as the suspects fled on sighting the officials of customs. He advised the public to desist from smuggling and embrace legitimate trade. “We are well equipped to tackle smuggling and we advise the public to desist from such illegal act or be ready to face the law,” he said.

Source: The Guardian January 22, 2018 16:18 UTC