**Customs Foils N3.39bn Codeine Haul at Apapa Port** In a significant operation, the Apapa Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted two containers loaded with a massive quantity of Codeine-containing Syrup (CSP). The hidden cargo, valued at N3.39 billion, was cleverly concealed inside household utensils at the Apapa Port. According to Isah Sulaiman, the Command's Public Relations Officer, the Customs officials discovered 3,398 cartons, equivalent to around 339,800 bottles of the substance. This haul is a testament to the determination of the Nigeria Customs Service to combat the trafficking of illicit goods into the country. Codeine-containing Syrup, a prescription medication used to treat cough and other respiratory issues, has become a major concern in Nigeria due to its potential for abuse and diversion. The substance has been linked to various social ills, including addiction and substance abuse. The Apapa Port, being one of the busiest ports in Nigeria, has been a hotspot for the concealment of illicit goods, including narcotics. The Nigeria Customs Service has, however, been relentless in its efforts to curb this menace, with numerous seizures in recent times. The interception of this massive Codeine haul is a significant blow to the cartels involved in the trafficking of this substance into Nigeria. It is a welcome development, especially considering the devastating impact of Codeine abuse on our society. The Nigeria Customs Service, under the leadership of its Comptroller-General, Dr. Hameed Ali, has been working tirelessly to ensure that our borders are secure and that illicit goods do not enter the country unchecked. This operation is a testament to the Service's commitment to this cause. The successful interception of the Codeine cargo is a victory for the Nigeria Customs Service and a warning to those involved in the trafficking of illicit goods. It serves as a reminder that the Service is vigilant and will continue to work to protect our nation from the scourge of narcotics trafficking.