Border corridor: Petrol freely smuggled out, rice is smuggled in despite 60 checkpoints

Author: olufemiajasaPublished on: June 7, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Border corridor: Petrol freely smuggled out, rice is smuggled in despite 60 checkpoints

On May 25, 2026, a Vanguard reporter traveled the Seme border corridor between Lagos and Badagry, counting over 60 checkpoints manned by various Nigerian agencies (Customs, Police, Immigration, FRSC, etc.). Despite these, smuggling of petrol out and rice into Nigeria thrives, and human trafficking is rampant. Drivers allege systematic extortion at the checkpoints.

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