NDLEA nabs female drug lord, seizes N5bn cocaine
NDLEA operatives arrest Simbiat Shodunke, a key syndicate member, with 23.5kg of cocaine hidden in her kids' room in Lagos. Agency intercepts Italy-bound opioids in nationwide crackdown.
NDLEA operatives arrest Simbiat Shodunke, a key syndicate member, with 23.5kg of cocaine hidden in her kids' room in Lagos. Agency intercepts Italy-bound opioids in nationwide crackdown.
NDLEA boss Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) defends new compulsory drug tests for students, calling it a strategic move to protect youths. Learn about the partnership with Taraba State University.
NDLEA operatives arrest a key female drug cartel member in Lagos, recovering 23.50kg of cocaine worth over N5 billion from her children's room. Read the full story of the ongoing crackdown.
Nigeria Customs Service Ogun 1 Command intercepts drugs, rice, and petrol worth over N2bn, handing cannabis to NDLEA. Acting CAC Oladapo Afeni vows continued vigilance.
Niger State NDLEA commander reveals over 100 convictions and massive drug seizures from Jan-Nov 2025. Public intelligence key to success. Read the full report.
Nigeria Customs Service in Ogun intercepts heroin, cannabis, spaghetti, and oil worth billions in major crackdown. Read details of the intelligence-led operations.
A petrol tanker crash and explosion on the Benin-Auchi road in Edo State has led to multiple fatalities and widespread fire damage. Get the latest details on this tragic incident.
NDLEA secures a 14-day court order to detain MV San Anthonio and its international crew after seizing 25.5kg of cocaine at Apapa port. Agency vows to block Nigeria's use as a drug hub.
NDLEA raises alarm over Nigeria's worsening drug abuse, intercepts dangerous substances in Delta. Commander Halilu Hamidu cites UNODC data showing 14.4% of Nigerians use drugs. Read more.
Edo State Police rescue a mortuary attendant from a mob and arrest him for allegedly harvesting organs from a corpse at Akugbe Mortuary in Benin City. Full investigation underway.
Governor Monday Okpebholo presents a ₦939.85 billion 2026 Appropriation Bill focused on security, infrastructure, and job creation. See the full breakdown of Edo State's 'Budget of Hope and Growth'.
NDLEA operatives in Edo State arrest a 44-year-old suspect and confiscate 457kg of skunk cannabis in Uroe community. A major win in the fight against drug trafficking. Read the full details.
NDLEA operatives in Edo State arrested a 44-year-old man and seized 457kg of skunk cannabis in a major raid. The agency vows to relentlessly pursue drug cartels. Read more.
NDLEA operatives intercept massive drug haul across Nigeria, arresting suspects in Delta, Imo, Adamawa, and other states. Brig-Gen Marwa commands officers for their efforts.
PEBEC's 2025 BFA report reveals a sharp divide: NCDMB, NDLEA, and NCC excel, while ARCON and NIMC lag. Discover which agencies are driving—or hindering—Nigeria's business climate.
Nigeria's NDLEA has intercepted over 7.6 million tramadol pills and 76,273kg of cannabis in a major nationwide operation. Multiple arrests made. Read the full details of the drug bust.
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts 25.5kg of cocaine hidden on MV San Anthonio at Apapa Port. The vessel, which sailed from Brazil, has been detained. Read the full details of the major drug bust.
Bauchi Police arrest Ogbu Simon with 161kg of illicit drugs valued at N12.2 million. Suspect handed to NDLEA for prosecution. Read about the community-led operation.
Governor Monday Okpebholo has removed Fred Itua as Chief Press Secretary. Akhere Patrick Ebojele takes over. Read the latest political developments in Edo State.
The NCWS has commended President Tinubu for reappointing Buba Marwa to lead NDLEA. The women's group seeks collaboration on community sensitisation and training to combat drug abuse in Nigeria.
NAHCO Aviance explains how it uncovered, arrested, and helped prosecute a former junior employee for stealing 25kg of ephedrine hydrochloride from its Lagos airport warehouse. Read the full story.
Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has intercepted and handed over 172kg of Cannabis sativa to the NDLEA. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to secure Nigeria's maritime domain. Read more.
Nigerian Army troops have rescued six victims abducted from a Cherubim and Seraphim church in Kogi. In a separate operation, a major drug haul was intercepted. Read the full report.
Nigerian Army troops in Kogi intercept a vehicle with 306 parcels of cannabis, arrest fleeing driver. A major blow to drug networks linked to banditry. Read the full details.
Ex-Governor Godwin Obaseki refuses to appear before the Edo Assembly panel investigating N31.8bn MOWAA and Radisson Hotel investments, citing ongoing court case. Details inside.
NDLEA uncovers sophisticated drug network distributing Canadian Loud cannabis disguised as Christmas cookies through WhatsApp. Multiple arrests made across Nigeria in major crackdown.
NDDC partners with Blake and Harper Ltd to launch anti-drug abuse campaign across Akwa Ibom schools. Initiative targets youth substance abuse with awareness walks and educational programs.
Chief Onyenkama Jude Ehigiator becomes the seventh President of Edo People Association in Montreal, elected unopposed on November 23, 2025. Read about his vision for the community.
Governor Monday Okpebholo fires EDOGIS MD Dr. Tony Ikpasajah for unauthorized revocation of 13,545 hectares from Presco Plc. New merit-based appointments for permanent secretaries announced.
Edo State government refutes an unauthorised notice revoking Presco Plc's land rights. Read the official statement and analysis on the state's commitment to investor protection.