The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have agreed to deepen their collaboration in combating drug and human trafficking, as well as substance abuse. This renewed commitment was made during a courtesy visit by NAPTIP Director-General, Binta Adamu-Bello, to NDLEA headquarters on Friday in Abuja. NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa, congratulated Adamu-Bello on her appointment and emphasized the close ties between drug and human trafficking. “There is a clear link between drug and human trafficking. Some victims are used as drug mules—knowingly or unknowingly—sometimes even drugged…
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A 37-year-old man, Sani Tasun, was arraigned on Friday before an Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun State for allegedly stabbing another man, Sani Jubril. Tasun, whose address was not disclosed, is facing two counts of conspiracy and assault. He pleaded not guilty to the charges. According to the prosecutor, Inspector E.O. Adaraloye, the incident occurred on April 18 around 7:00 p.m. in the Kurata Ori-Okuta area of Ota. He alleged that Tasun and unidentified accomplices conspired to attack Jubril, stabbing him with a knife and inflicting permanent injuries. The offences, Adaraloye said, violate Section 4(1) of the Ogun State Violence…
Benue Defenders, an independent security network has exposed plots by some Abuja-based Benue politicians to create tension in Abuja and Benue state next week. According to the group in a press statement made available to journalists this afternoon by the Public Relations Officer of the security network, Comrade Sunday Akor, one Mr. Michael Msuaan and Honourable Chris Tarkaa who are loyalists of Senator George Akume are behind the protests which will be held in Abuja and Benue state simultaneously. Benue Defenders pressed further that both sponsors of the protest in conjunction with a former Publicly Secretary of the Benue State…
As Catholic faithful across the world prepare for the funeral of Pope Francis – the head of the church, who passed away on Easter Monday, the Catholic Diocese of Ondo has held a requiem mass for the repose of the soul of the deceased. At the mass, which was held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral in Akure on Thursday, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo state described the late Pope as a leader who has left an indelible mark on the sands of time. Represented by his deputy, Olayide Adelami, the governor noted that Pope Francis’ life inspired Christians and…
Authorities in Benue State have commenced an investigation following the killing of a youth leader, Raphael Ikyav, also known as “Spanar,” who was stabbed to death late Wednesday. The incident occurred in the Akpehe area of Makurdi, the state capital. According to a local resident who wished to remain anonymous, Ikyav was attacked by unidentified assailants near his shop along Akpehe Road. Reports indicate that the attackers tracked him to his shop, where they repeatedly stabbed him and left him bleeding at the scene. The spokesperson for the Benue State Police Command, Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident and stated that…
The Kano State Police Command has arrested two suspected drug traffickers, Muntari Shu’aibu and Imrana Rabi’u, for allegedly possessing large quantities of the illicit drug Tramadol. Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Bakori, in a statement on Thursday, revealed that the suspects were caught with six bales of the drug, valued at over $92,000—approximately N150 million. Bakori said the suspects were apprehended during a well-coordinated, intelligence-driven sting operation, following a tip-off. He noted that the arrest is part of broader efforts to address the root causes of violent crimes in the state, many of which are linked to drug abuse and trafficking.…
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has announced plans to arraign three suspects in connection with a deadly attack on a Boys’ Brigade camp in Zhayidna Village, Orozo. During the incident, one camper, identified as Johnson John, was reportedly killed. The suspects—Stanley Ukweze, Dauda Yohana, and Gemu Adamu—are all residents of Wasa Village in the Karshi area. According to a statement released on Thursday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, the suspects were tracked and arrested through digital analysis of the deceased’s mobile phones and other credible intelligence. At the time of their arrest, police recovered three…
The Federal High Court in Lagos has granted an interim forfeiture order for 73 properties and thousands of electronic devices allegedly linked to a cybercrime and money laundering network involving Chinese nationals. Justice Deinde Dipeolu issued the ruling on April 23, 2025, in a suit marked FHC/L/MISC/382/2025, following an ex parte application filed by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) against Genting International Co. The assets forfeited include 1,596 laptops, 4,091 mobile phones, 350 foreign SIM cards, and 3,399 Nigerian SIM cards from various providers such as MTN, 9mobile, Airtel, and Glo. Other items seized were 194 routers, 205…
Former Senate President and influential leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has dismissed concerns over the recent wave of defections from the party’s Delta State chapter, including the exit of the state governor. In a statement aimed at reassuring party members, Saraki called on loyalists to remain committed and focus on rebuilding the PDP ahead of upcoming elections. “There’s no need for panic,” he said. “Those who feel the need to leave the PDP are free to do so. But for those of us who believe in its core values, this is the time to…
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called on the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to expand its proposed drug testing initiative to include political office holders and aspirants at all levels. This comes after NDLEA Chairman, Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (retd.), reiterated the agency’s push for mandatory drug integrity testing for prospective couples, NYSC corps members, and other groups as a strategy to combat drug abuse in Nigeria. Marwa made the remarks on Wednesday during a courtesy visit by NYSC Director-General, Brig. Gen. Olakunle Nafiu, at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja. He explained that the goal of…