The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted undeclared foreign currencies amounting to $1.1 million and 135,900 Saudi riyals (SR) at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The seizure was made during routine checks by customs officers, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal financial movements through the country’s airports.
According to customs officials, the foreign currencies were discovered in the luggage of passengers attempting to travel without declaring the funds, as required by financial regulations. The intercepted cash has been handed over to relevant authorities for further investigation, with officials looking into possible violations of anti-money laundering laws.
The NCS has reiterated its commitment to enforcing regulations on currency declarations, emphasizing that travelers carrying amounts exceeding the legal limit must declare them to avoid legal consequences. This latest seizure comes amid increased surveillance at Nigeria’s airports to prevent illicit financial flows, which have been linked to various forms of economic crimes.
Authorities have urged travelers to comply with the country’s financial regulations to avoid penalties, while assuring the public that security agencies remain vigilant in tackling unlawful currency movements. Further investigations are expected to determine the origin and intended destination of the intercepted funds.
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