Lagos court orders remand of two over alleged arms smuggling
Three men, Ejiogu Godson and Robert Eze, have been ordered to be remanded for 15 days by a Federal High Court in Lagos State. Justice Friday Ogazi granted the order after an ex parte application by the Nigeria Customs Service. Customs officers reportedly discovered firearms and ammunition in a monitored container. The suspects allegedly made confessional statements and provided information about others involved.
What happened
- The Nigeria Customs Service applied for the remand of Ejiogu Godson and Robert Eze to complete investigations into alleged smuggling of firearms and ammunition.
- Customs officers began monitoring container number TEMU 1845369 on July 8, 2026, after receiving intelligence.
- Firearms and ammunition were allegedly found in the container when examined on July 13.
- The court granted a 15-day remand order and adjourned the matter until August 25, 2026, for possible arraignment.
- The suspects are accused of providing information about others involved in alleged forgery and manipulation of Customs documents.
