The Nigerian Navy Ship (NNS) BEECROFT has transferred 18 bags of cannabis sativa, with a combined weight of approximately 756 kilogrammes, to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
The handover ceremony was held on Friday at the NNS BEECROFT parade ground in Apapa, Lagos State.
Speaking to journalists at the naval base, the Commander of NNS BEECROFT, Aiwuyor Adams-Aliu, said the seized drugs were recovered during separate intelligence-driven operations carried out within the command’s area of responsibility in recent months.
He noted that the handover marks another major achievement in the Nigerian Navy’s ongoing efforts to combat maritime crime and other illegal activities at sea.
“Five bags of suspected cannabis sativa were intercepted at Abule Osun on April 7, 2026. Another two bags were recovered at Ikare Island on April 13, while 11 bags were seized at Alpha Beach on July 15, bringing the total recovery to 18 bags weighing approximately 757 kilogrammes,” he said.
Adams-Aliu further explained that the integrated surveillance platform combines long-range cameras, sensors and other sophisticated technologies capable of tracking activities even in areas beyond the physical reach of naval patrol boats.
“These successful operations were made possible by the Nigerian Navy Western Regional Control Centre, popularly known as Falcon Eye, an advanced maritime surveillance system that provides extensive monitoring across Nigeria’s coastal waters.
“It underscores the vigilance, professionalism and operational readiness of personnel of NNS BEECROFT in protecting Nigeria’s maritime domain.”
Adams-Aliu said the achievements further validate the technological transformation championed by the Chief of the Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Idi Abbas, whose vision prioritises intelligence gathering and advanced surveillance capabilities.
Pledging deeper collaboration with sister security agencies, particularly the NDLEA, he reaffirmed that NNS BEECROFT, under the Western Naval Command led by Rear Admiral Abubakar Mustapha, will sustain intelligence-driven operations against drug traffickers and other maritime criminals.
Deputy Commander, NDLEA Marine Command, Commander Narcotic Luka Yerima, receiving the exhibits on behalf of the Commander, NDLEA Marine Command, Commander Narcotic Morrison Udo, commended the Nigerian Navy for its unwavering partnership in the fight against illicit drug trafficking.