NewzThe Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) has formally denied ownership of a truck intercepted by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Ondo State. The vehicle, which was found to contain 2,145 kilograms of cannabis hidden in a concealed compartment, bore markings associated with the state-owned oil company, prompting the public clarification.
Following the discovery, the NNPC issued a statement disowning the tanker and expressing support for the NDLEA's enforcement actions. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the illicit use of corporate branding on heavy-duty vehicles to facilitate criminal activity.
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