Ogun I Customs Foils Suspected Impersonation Scheme at Idiroko Border

Idiroko, Ogun State – May 27, 2026

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Ogun I Area Command, has foiled a suspected impersonation scheme after intercepting military uniforms and a large consignment of cannabis valued at N259.68 million along the Idiroko border corridor.
The Acting Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller of Customs (DC) Oladapo Afeni, announced the seizure during a press briefing at the Command’s headquarters in Idiroko on Monday.

According to Afeni, officers of the command acted on credible intelligence to intercept a luxury bus without a registration number. A thorough search of the vehicle uncovered military uniforms alongside high-grade cannabis believed to be linked to a coordinated attempt to undermine national security.
Afeni described the seizure of the military uniforms as particularly alarming in view of the country’s current security challenges.
“The seizure of military uniforms is particularly worrying given the current security situation. Unauthorised possession of such uniforms is often linked to impersonation, where criminals disguise themselves as security personnel to commit crimes or facilitate the movement of contraband undetected,” he said.
A physical examination of the seized items revealed 197 camouflage trousers and shorts concealed in unmarked cartons, five camouflage two-piece sets, 32 mixed camouflage undergarments, 32 camouflage tops, 154 strains of synthesised cannabis indica, popularly known as Canadian loud, and seven parcels of Colorado, among other items.
The Customs Area Controller called on residents and stakeholders in border communities to continue providing timely information to security agencies to help safeguard lives and property.
“Through dedication and stronger synergy with sister agencies, we are committed to tackling the dual threats of smuggling and insecurity head-on,” Afeni added.

In line with inter-agency collaboration, the intercepted cannabis was subsequently handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Idiroko Special Area Command, for further investigation and prosecution.
Receiving the seized items, the Deputy Commander of Narcotics, Ganiyu Adeyoye, described the operation as a significant breakthrough in the fight against drug trafficking and related crimes.
“This one is particularly notable because suspects were involved, which means that those involved will be brought to justice,” Adeyoye said.