Officials of the Comptroller General of Customs (CGC) Strike Force, Zone A, recently impounded 1,700 bags of charcoal meant for export.
Speaking on the seizure, the Controller of Zone A, Ahmadu Shuaibu, put the value of the seizure at about N9.5m.
- PODCAST: Is It Possible To Build Walls Along Nigerian Borders?
- Nigeria set to implement $750m W/Bank COVID-19 intervention
Shuaibu, while showcasing the seizure at the Nigeria Customs Export Terminal in Ikorodu, said the bags of charcoal were confiscated from a warehouse in Apapa, Lagos State.
He said wood and its derivatives were barred by law from export, explaining that the move was to stop desertification and save the country’s echo system.
He explained that, “Erosion, desertification and land degradation are some of the challenges faced by the people as a result of the indiscriminate felling of trees. The act of felling trees in the name of charcoal and timber is a threat to the community.”
Dear Reader,
Every day, we work hard to provide readers such as you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive
information. Quality journalism costs money. Today, we're asking that you support us to do more. Your support
means that Daily Trust can keep offering journalism to everyone in the world.
Sign up for as little as N1,000 to
become a member. Learn more about our membership here
Zenith Bank
1017257739
Media Trust Ltd
Please send details of your bank transfer to the email or Whatsapp number below so that we can contact you.
If you have any questions, please let us know.
Inquiries:Email: membership@dailytrust.com
Whatsapp: +234 806 990 3410
