Nigerian Authorities Seize Weapons at Lagos Port

Three suspects were arrested after 49 boxes containing a total of 661 pump action rifles concealed with steel doors and other goods, were found by customs officials at Apapa Port in Lagos. - Meanwhile two more officials have handed themselves over to authorities for their involvement.

pump action rifles, confiscated by customs officials

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