KARACHI: In a major crackdown on illegal drug trafficking, Additional Collector Zehra Naqvi of Pakistan Customs has exposed a sophisticated attempt to smuggle over 13.7 million Tramadol tablets to Ghana by hiding them inside ready-made garment consignments.
The case, registered as FIR No. 04/2026/EXP/PMBQ, targets M/s Sadaf Enterprises and clearing agent M/s Oramco Agencies for allegedly attempting to export TramaKing 225 (Tramadol Hydrochloride 225 mg) without mandatory approval from the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP).
The breakthrough came when Naqvi’s team at the Export Intelligence Branch (EIB) conducted a data analysis following an earlier seizure. On March 15, 2026, a Goods Declaration filed by Sadaf Enterprises claiming “Ready Made Garments” under PCT Heading 6209.9090 was physically examined—leading to the recovery of 6.72 million Tramadol tablets (approx. 3,690 kg).
But Naqvi didn’t stop there. Her team flagged another shipment under GD No. KPPE-SB-214264-08-03-2026 (Container No. TCKU1201079) with identical description and destination—cleared through the “Green Channel” without physical inspection.
The container was recalled, and a joint examination on March 31, 2026, revealed another 7.05 million Tramadol tablets cleverly concealed behind cartons of used clothing (1,401 kg).
Collector Saeed Watto publicly appreciated Additional Collector Zehra Naqvi for her vigilance, analytical approach, and decisive action. “Her efforts have thwarted a major international narcotics syndicate,” Watto said.
The case has been lodged under Sections 2(s), 16, 32(1), 131, and 209 of the Customs Act, 1969, read with the Export Policy Order and Drugs Act, 1976. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend the full syndicate behind the operation.