NURTW intercepts ritualist's baby corpse parcel in FCT
The Nigerian Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) foiled a suspected ritualist's attempt to send a one-year-old baby's corpse via courier to Gwagwalada, FCT. Ibrahim Bako, NURTW Area 1 coordinator, revealed the interception during an interview with NAN in Abuja. The suspect concealed the corpse in a parcel, which was intercepted during courier operations. NURTW members, registered with NIPOST's Courier Regulatory Department, routinely inspect parcels for contraband including drugs, arms, and human remains. Bako stated: "We have seized cocaine, arms, and a baby's corpse. Contrabands are handed to police." The union emphasizes using official channels for courier services to prevent tampering. "If we suspect contraband, we ask for inspection. If clear, we send it," Bako added. This follows similar incidents where NURTW members intercepted drugs and arms. The union stresses that unauthorized parcel handling risks illegal activities.