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Peter Obi Laments “Shocking Loss of Lives” Under Tinubu as U.S. Designates Nigeria a Country of Concern

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Former Anambra State governor and 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi , has once again raised alarm over the growing insecurity and loss of lives across Nigeria. His comments come shortly after the United States government placed Nigeria on its list of Countries of Particular Concern (CPC) —a designation reserved for nations where severe violations of human rights and religious freedom occur. In a strongly worded statement reported by Sahara Reporters on Monday, November 3, 2025 , Obi said Nigeria is currently facing one of the most troubling periods in its history, with “an unprecedented level of insecurity, shocking loss of lives, and destruction of property.” According to him, the crisis has worsened since President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assumed office in May 2023 . A Bleak Picture of Insecurity Peter Obi pointed to data reportedly compiled by Amnesty International and other independent watchdogs, which estimate that over 10,000 Nigerians have been killed in vio...
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Corruption in Customs: Officers Aiding Rice Smuggling into Lagos

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🚨 Corruption in Customs: Officers Aiding Rice Smuggling into Lagos

By Luchiinter News | July 30, 2025

A shocking investigation by Sahara Reporters has uncovered how some officials of the Nigeria Customs Service are allegedly aiding large-scale smuggling of foreign rice into Lagos—for a fee of ₦250,000 per boat.

🛶 Secret Smuggling Routes

Smugglers are reportedly bringing rice into the country from Benin Republic through illegal waterways and creeks in Badagry, Ijegun, and Tin Can. Instead of stopping these illicit shipments, customs operatives are said to collect bribes and provide safe passage for the boats.

"Once you pay the fee, your boat moves freely—no one will stop you," a source told Sahara Reporters.

💸 Huge Economic Losses

This corrupt practice is causing serious economic damage—robbing the nation of customs revenue and flooding the market with foreign rice, to the detriment of local farmers struggling with high production costs.

Experts estimate that this smuggling ring is costing Nigeria billions of naira monthly, while also undermining the government’s food security efforts.

🏛️ Public Outcry

So far, the Nigeria Customs Service has not responded to the allegations. However, civil society groups are calling for urgent action and demanding a full investigation by anti-corruption agencies like EFCC and ICPC.

On social media, Nigerians are outraged, calling for mass suspensions and arrests. Many believe this is just a glimpse into the deep-rooted corruption in the nation’s border control system.

📢 Luchiinter’s Take

This scandal is more than just rice—it’s about accountability. If corrupt practices within Customs aren’t stopped now, Nigeria’s economy, food supply, and trust in government will continue to suffer.


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