NNS BEECROFT hands 18 bags of cannabis to the NDLEA after intelligence-led operations across Lagos waterways

The Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has handed over 18 bags of cannabis sativa weighing approximately 757 kilogrammes to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, following a series of intelligence-led operations across Lagos waterways and coastal communities.

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The handover ceremony took place on Friday at the NNS BEECROFT parade ground in Apapa, Lagos, where the Commander of the naval base, Commodore Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, said the seizures underscored the Navy’s sustained commitment to combating maritime crime and disrupting illicit drug trafficking networks.

Speaking during the event, Adams-Aliu explained that the illicit consignments were intercepted during separate operations carried out within the command’s area of responsibility over the past few months.

The Nigerian Navy cannabis seizure comprised five bags intercepted at Abule Osun on April 7, 2026, two bags recovered at Ikare Island on April 13, and 11 bags seized at Alpha Beach on July 15.

“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,” Adams-Aliu said.

He attributed the successful operations to the Nigerian Navy’s Falcon Eye maritime surveillance system, describing it as a critical asset in detecting and tracking criminal activities along Nigeria’s coastline.

According to the commander, the integrated surveillance platform combines long-range cameras, sensors and other advanced technologies capable of monitoring movements even in locations beyond the immediate reach of naval patrol boats.

“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.

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

Adams-Aliu added that the latest recoveries reflect the robust technological transformation being pursued by the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, whose operational strategy places greater emphasis on intelligence gathering and modern surveillance capabilities.

He also reaffirmed the Navy’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with other security agencies, particularly the NDLEA, in tackling drug trafficking and other transnational maritime crimes.

According to him, NNS BEECROFT, operating under the Western Naval Command led by Rear Admiral Abubakar Mustapha, will continue to intensify intelligence-driven operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks operating within Nigeria’s maritime environment.

Receiving the exhibits on behalf of the Commander of the NDLEA Marine Command, Commander Narcotic Morrison Udo, the Deputy Commander of the command, Commander Narcotic Luka Yerima, commended the Nigerian Navy for its consistent collaboration in the fight against illicit drug trafficking.

Yerima said the partnership between both agencies has continued to strengthen enforcement efforts against drug syndicates exploiting Nigeria’s waterways for illegal activities.

The seizure forms part of broader efforts by Nigerian security agencies to curb the trafficking of illicit substances through the country’s coastal corridors.

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In recent years, the Nigerian Navy has increased surveillance operations and strengthened inter-agency collaboration as authorities seek to secure the maritime domain against smuggling, piracy, oil theft and drug-related crimes.