This initiative is part of a broader effort to mitigate the ongoing economic challenges and address critical food security issues, along with the rising costs of essential food items in Nigeria.
The Coordinating Comptroller, Mr. Kolapo Oladeji, revealed these interceptions at a media briefing in Sokoto, highlighting the efforts of the joint border patrol team, sector IV, in executing these seizures.
The NCS had in 2017, started the use of electronic platforms to conduct its auctions as part of measures to ensure transparency in the sale of seized goods. The platform was later suspended by the service due to complaints of inability to access the platform by prospective bidders.
