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Navy hands 756kg of seized cannabis to NDLEA
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Navy hands 756kg of seized cannabis to NDLEA

The Nigerian Navy's ship BEECROFT handed over 18 bags of cannabis sativa, totaling approximately 756 kilograms, to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The handover occurred at the NNS Beecroft parade ground in Lagos. The commander of the ship revealed that these seizures were made through intelligence-led operations over several months, including intercepts at Abule Osun, Ikare Island, and Alpha Beach. He highlighted the use of advanced surveillance systems like Falcon Eye, which enhances maritime security. The NDLEA representative praised the Navy's cooperation in combating drug trafficking.

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Navy hands 756kg of seized cannabis to NDLEA

The Nigerian Navy's ship BEECROFT handed over 18 bags of cannabis sativa, totaling approximately 756 kilograms, to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The handover occurred at the NNS Beecroft parade ground in Lagos. The commander of the ship revealed that these seizures were made through intelligence-led operations over several months, including intercepts at Abule Osun, Ikare Island, and Alpha Beach. He highlighted the use of advanced surveillance systems like Falcon Eye, which enhances maritime security. The NDLEA representative praised the Navy's cooperation in combating drug trafficking.

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