Customs Officer Caught on Camera Demanding 5k Bribe from Passenger at Lagos Airport to Be Probed
- The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has commenced a probe into the case of one of its personnel caught on camera demanding a bribe from a passenger at Lagos Airport
- As seen in a viral clip, the female customs personnel was captured demanding N5,000 for the passenger's luggage
- Meanwhile, an official statement by the NCS noted that the probe's outcome would be made public
Legit.ng journalist Segun Adeyemi has over 9 years of experience covering political events, civil societies, courts, and metro.
A video has surfaced revealing a Nigerian customs officer requesting N5,000 from a passenger at the airport as a condition for releasing his luggage.
As seen by Legit.ng, the footage captures the customs officer insisting on the payment before allowing the passenger to proceed with his belongings.
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Despite the passenger's willingness to provide only N1,000, he argues that the customs officer hasn't justified the demand for such a sum.
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The customs officer responds by relocating the passenger's luggage to a corner, hinting at potential delays if the requested amount is unpaid.
Nigerian Customs react to viral video
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has issued a statement to address the viral video of the corrupt officer.
As contained in the statement signed by the NCS spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada, the officer has been placed under investigation.
Maiwada said the officer's behaviour was inconsistent with the core values of the service.
He said:
"We are resolute in maintaining a transparent and accountable customs operation.
"The NCS strongly condemns this unprofessional conduct and is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
"A comprehensive investigation is underway to scrutinize the incident thoroughly, and appropriate actions will be taken."
Maiwada urged "passengers and the public to report any instances of misconduct or corruption promptly."
He emphasised that these accounts play a vital role in maintaining the credibility of our service and guaranteeing that officers follow the most stringent ethical guidelines.
He affirmed that the NCS remains steadfast in its dedication to nurturing a climate of openness and responsibility.
Maiwada committed to informing the public promptly about the results of the investigation.
Alleged bribery: Policemen stop lady riding bike from Netherlands to Abuja
In another report, some policemen have been apprehended for immediate disciplinary action for asking a lady from the Netherlands for money.
The affected policemen were captured in a trending video asking the lady biker, “wetin you bring come?”
The incident, which the police described as regrettable, reportedly occurred along the Moniya - Iseyin Road in Oyo state.
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