The Katsina command of the Nigeria customs service (NCS) has reacted to a recent viral video indicating that its operatives were extorting commuters along Kaita Dankama road.
A recent parade of illicit products collected by agents from September to date was clarified by the customs area comptroller.
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The customs area command showcased seized items worth millions of naira to the public to serve as a deterrent to the people.
The seized goods on display comprised assorted food items, cars and second-hand clothes among others.
The successful outing was marred by a video clip that went viral allegedly implicating customs operatives in acts of extortion against traders.
Katsina customs comptroller, Dalha Wada said this episode should serve as a warning to dishonest officers that it is only a matter of time before they are exposed, despite the trade unions’ denials that they had any problems with the customs agents.
