NDLEA Warns Nigerians Against Accepting Unknown Cargoes From Abroad
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has urged Nigerians to exercise caution when receiving packages and cargo consignments from relatives and friends overseas.
The warning follows concerns over the alleged concealment of illicit drugs in consolidated cargo shipments entering Nigeria.
The agency advised members of the public to ensure they are fully aware of the contents of any package they agree to receive on behalf of another person.
According to the NDLEA, unsuspecting recipients could face serious legal consequences if prohibited substances are discovered in consignments linked to them.
The development highlights the importance of exercising caution when accepting international packages, particularly those whose contents have not been verified.
The agency’s warning serves as a reminder that individuals should not accept responsibility for cargo they cannot account for or whose contents they do not know.
The NDLEA continues its efforts to combat drug trafficking and prevent the movement of illicit substances into Nigeria.
NDLEA Warns Nigerians Against Accepting Unknown Cargoes From Abroad
Written by
Kingsley Cobbold
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