The Nigeria Customs Service, Kano/Jigawa Area Command, in conjunction with other security agencies, has intercepted a passenger with 241 empty packages of OTRAVIN and 80 pieces of OTRAVIN nasal drops.
A statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Saidu Nuruddeen, described the seizure as “significant”.
The command arrested passengers who arrived from Cairo via Ethiopian Airlines flight ET941 at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport on Monday.
“At approximately 01:00hrs today, a passenger arriving from Cairo via Ethiopian Airlines flight ET941 was intercepted during a joint security check.
“The examination of the passenger’s luggage revealed 241 empty packages of OTRAVIN and 80 pieces of OTRAVIN nasal drops.
“NAFDAC, a key partner in the joint security check, has expressed interest in the seized items, particularly the nasal drops.
“In accordance with due process, the items have been detained, and a smooth transfer to NAFDAC is being facilitated,” Nuruddeen said.
According to him, the successful operation was a testament to the effectiveness of inter-agency collaboration and the commitment of their personnel to combating smuggling and ensuring national security.
He added that the Customs Area Controller, Compt. Dauda Ibrahim Chana, applauded the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, and his management team for their leadership and support always.
DAILY POST reports that OTRAVIN nasal drops are used for temporary relief of congestion in the nose caused by various conditions including the common cold, sinusitis, hay fev