The Customs boss explained that the handover of the weapons to the NCCSALW symbolised the Service’s commitment to proper disposal of seized arms and highlighted its resolve to rid the nation of illegal weapons.
He commended the professionalism and courage of the NCS officers involved in the seizures, as well as the Forensics Unit for their role in securing convictions.
“Today’s handover encompasses a total of 1,599 assorted arms and 2,298 live cartridges recovered from these operations, between 2018 till date, totalling 3,897.