BIG STORYCrime & Accidents · Oyo State
Customs intercepts six pangolins in Oyo, two die
Updated 15:21 WAT, · first published 10 Nov 2026, 21:04 WAT · 5 outlets reporting
The Nigeria Customs Service Federal Operations Unit said it intercepted six endangered pangolins at Eruwa-Oni in Oyo State at about 3 a.m. on Sunday, November 8, 2026, according to the Nigerian Tribune. Vanguard reported that two of the pangolins died after the seizure. The operation was described as part of an intelligence-led patrol to curb illegal wildlife trafficking by the customs officials.
What we know
- Six pangolins were seized at Eruwa-Oni, Oyo State
- The seizure occurred at about 3:00 a.m. on 8 November 2026
- Two of the pangolins died after interception
- The operation was carried out by the Nigeria Customs Service Federal Operations Unit, Zone A
Sources
- Report by Nigerian Tribune – Nigerian Tribune,
- Report by Leadership – Leadership,
- Report by Vanguard – Vanguard,
- Report by The Sun – The Sun,
- Report by The Eagle Online – The Eagle Online,
Updates
- – Summary updated with new reporting
- – Now also reported by The Eagle Online
- – Now also reported by The Sun
- – Summary updated with new reporting
- – Now also reported by Vanguard
- – Story published - 2 outlets
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