Security agents have intercepted 15 containers of dangerous weapons illegally imported into the country. Daily Sun gathered that the illicit cargo, which contained rocket launchers, mortar bombs, small light arms and ammunition, were impounded at the Apapa Port in Lagos.
The containers had a Bill of Laden indicating that the contents were building materials, but a search by the State Security Service (SSS) officials revealed they were arms and ammunition.
Confirming the discovery, Assistant Director, Public Relations of the SSS, Marilyn Ogar did not disclose if any arrest had been made. She said a thorough investigation had begun with a view to unraveling those behind the illegal importation.
A police source also confirmed that the 15 containers were laden with mortar bombs, AK 47 rifles and ammunition. The source said immediately the containers were discovered, all relevant agencies were informed. As at press time, a combined team of Army, Navy, Police, SSS, National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC), and Customs Service were still inspecting the containers.
Lagos State Police Commissioner, Mr. Marvel Akpoyibo and the Commissioner of Police in-charge of Anti-Bomb Unit, Mr. Chris Olakpe were also at the port. The area had been cordoned off while operatives were still inspecting the containers. A senior police officer said the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Hafiz Ringim had ordered that the Lagos State command, Anti Bomb Unit and the Port Police command should remain at the scene till further directives.
When Daily Sun visited the scene, the Nigerian Navy were seen moving in equipment to the scene to secure the cargo. Also, the Federal and Lagos State fire fighters were moving in fire equipment to the scene for safety. The senior police officer, who spoke to Daily Sun said for security reasons, the source of the arms and ammunition was being kept under wraps so as not to mar investigations.
Source: Sun news online
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Posted: at 27-10-2010 10:54 AM (13 years ago) | Addicted Hero
popo2009 at 27-10-2010 11:28 AM (13 years ago) (m)
As Nigerians are preparing for a Free & Fair Election come 2011 Some useless idiots are preparing for WAR. Why are they importing all these weapons for, Nigerian is gradually turning to IRAQ, IRAN, AFGHANISTAN, SUDAN, YEMEN & SOMALIA Soon we will be worst than they are
Posted: at 27-10-2010 11:28 AM (13 years ago) | Gistmaniac
Thank God for the interception by the SSS, that show they are active. How I wish the importers would be given the approprate treatment! Why do people take delight in promoting evil???
Posted: at 27-10-2010 11:36 AM (13 years ago) | Upcoming
They are unlucky this time or did not ''SETTLE'' well,This is not the first time, Where do you think the robbers & the kidnappers are getting their amunitions from? The 'BIG GUNS' are behind this,The election is around the corner too.
Posted: at 27-10-2010 11:46 AM (13 years ago) | Upcoming
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