Navy hands 756kg of seized cannabis to NDLEA

The Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has transferred approximately 756 kilograms of cannabis sativa, contained in 18 bags, to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The handover ceremony took place at the NNS Beecroft parade ground in Apapa, Lagos State.

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Five bags of suspected cannabis sativa were intercepted at Abule Osun on April 7, 2026. Another two bags were recovered at Ikare Island on April 13, while 11 bags were seized at Alpha Beach on July 15, bringing the total recovery to 18 bags weighing approximately 757 kilogrammes.

Commander Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu of NNS BEECROFT stated that the seized cannabis was recovered through separate intelligence-led operations conducted over recent months within the command's operational jurisdiction. He described the handover as a significant achievement in the Navy's ongoing efforts to combat maritime crime. Specific seizures included five bags at Abule Osun on April 7, 2026, two bags at Ikare Island on April 13, and 11 bags at Alpha Beach on July 15.

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These successful operations were made possible by the Nigerian Navy Western Regional Control Centre, popularly known as Falcon Eye, an advanced maritime surveillance system that provides extensive monitoring across Nigeria’s coastal waters.

Adams-Aliu credited these successful operations to the Nigerian Navy Western Regional Control Centre, known as Falcon Eye. This advanced maritime surveillance system utilizes long-range cameras and sensors to monitor Nigeria's coastal waters effectively. He emphasized that the seizures underscore the vigilance, professionalism, and readiness of NNS BEECROFT personnel in safeguarding Nigeria's maritime domain.

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It underscores the vigilance, professionalism and operational readiness of personnel of NNS BEECROFT in protecting Nigeria’s maritime domain.

The Commander also noted that these achievements validate the technological advancements promoted by the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, whose vision prioritizes intelligence gathering and sophisticated surveillance. NNS BEECROFT, under the Western Naval Command led by Rear Admiral Abubakar Mustapha, pledged continued intelligence-driven operations against drug traffickers and other maritime criminals. Commander Narcotic Luka Yerima of the NDLEA Marine Command commended the Nigerian Navy for its partnership in the fight against illicit drug trafficking.

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