The traders appealed for the government's intervention, saying the raids have cost them millions of shillings.

RC John Otieno called for close collaboration among security organs to combat the illegal cross-border trade.

The detectives recovered several bags of milk powder each weighing 25kg.

"Police in Embakasi, Nairobi, confiscated contraband milk valued at Sh3 million on Thursday in an effort to enhance food safety.

The lorry was intercepted by security officers at the Habaswein road barrier along the Isiolo-Mandera highway.