FALCON EYE: NNS Beecroft Intercepts Wooden Boats Laden With Controlled Substance

In a proactive response to credible intelligence using the state-of-the-art Maritime Domain Awareness System, the Falcon Eye Alignment, the Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT vectored patrol boats intercepted wooden boats suspected to be carrying controlled substances into Lagos State.

On arrival at the scene, which include Iworo, Ibeshe and Badagry, Lagos State, NNS BEECROFT patrol squads discovered medium-sized wooden boats laden with about 40kg each of 66 bags suspected to contain Cannabis Sativa.

Though the perpetrators were at large on sighting the patrol team, the items were confiscated and handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further necessary action.

According to a statement by Sub Lieutenant HA Collins, Base information officer, NNS BEECROFT,  the successful interception underscores the Nigerian Navy’s commitment and resolve under the leadership of Vice Admiral EI Ogalla, to thwart all forms of illegalities as well as to ensure a conducive environment for legitimate businesses to thrive for economic prosperity of our dear nation.

“The Nigerian Navy also urge the public to support the onslaught against drug peddlers and provide relevant information towards eradicating the menace.

“Under the leadership of the chief of the Naval staff Vice Admiral EI Ogalla towards curbing illicit activities and ensuring the safety and security of our maritime domain while upholding the rule of law.

Recall that the NNS Beecroft team recently arrested eight stowaways within the nation’s territorial waters