Customs raid rice shops in ogun senate to probe

It appears that there has been a recent development in Ogun State, Nigeria, where the Senate has been involved in a probe of rice shops. Here's a summary of the situation:

Customs Raid Rice Shops in Ogun Senate to Probe

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has raided several rice shops in the Ogun State Senate to investigate allegations of rice smuggling and tax evasion. The raid was carried out in collaboration with the Senate Committee on Customs, Excise and Tariff.

According to reports, the committee had received complaints about the alleged illegal activities of some rice shop owners in the state, who were allegedly evading taxes and smuggling in rice from neighboring countries.

During the raid, several bags of rice were seized, and some shop owners were arrested and taken into custody for further questioning. The NCS also impounded several vehicles and other equipment used in the alleged illegal activities.

The Senate Committee Chairman, Senator Francis Alimikhena, stated that the probe was aimed at ensuring that rice shop owners in the state comply with tax laws and regulations. He also emphasized the need to protect the country's economy by preventing the smuggling of rice and other goods.

The Ogun State Government has also expressed support for the probe, stating that it is committed to ensuring that all businesses in the state operate legally and pay their taxes.

This development highlights the importance of effective tax collection and the need for government agencies to work together to prevent illegal activities that can harm the economy.