NDLEA Edo arrests social media influencer Praise Nwogu and partner Ebong Oghosa for producing and promoting cannabis-infused brownies online. The agency warns against evolving drug trafficking methods.
Igalamela/Odolu Council Chairman Cosmos Ataboh urges CSOs to intensify awareness campaigns about government poverty alleviation programs in Kogi communities.
NDLEA intercepts methamphetamine, cocaine, and cannabis concealed in imported machine cylinders and auto parts at Lagos airport. Multiple arrests made nationwide in major crackdown on drug trafficking ahead of festive season.
Kogi ADC holds expanded meeting, confirms new officers amid leadership dispute between Abejide and Melaye. Party endorses Tinubu's second-term bid and Abejide's return to House of Reps.
Davido's fans in Kogi state brought traffic to a standstill during massive birthday celebrations for the Afrobeats star's 33rd birthday, sparking mixed reactions online.
Queen Aishat Audu, Little Miss Kogi, advocates for safer schools, digital literacy, and talent development opportunities for African girls at 2025 Women Conference in Ghana.
A Nigerian man shares chilling voice note detailing his kidnapping experience while traveling through Kogi. The viral recording has sparked widespread reactions about travel safety in Nigeria.
NDLEA intercepts 20kg of cocaine from Brazil, arrests 20 Filipino crew members at Apapa port. Agency chairman vows zero tolerance for drug trafficking. Read the full details.
Nigeria's drug enforcement agency intercepts MV Nord Bosporus with 20kg cocaine from Brazil. Captain and 19 crew detained as court grants 14-day investigation period. Read full details.
Kogi State ADC warns Senator Dino Melaye to stop parading as party member, citing non-payment of dues and interference in party affairs. Read full details.
Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada defects to APC in high-profile ceremony attended by VP Shettima. Political analysts see this as strategic move ahead of 2027 elections. Read more.
Former Governor Idris Wada defects to the APC in a major Kogi political shift. Senator Ohere hails the move and outlines his 2027 Senate comeback bid, highlighting his legislative record.
NDLEA arrests Cross River teacher and wife for possessing 360 bags of marijuana weighing 4.706 tonnes. Suspects claim drugs belonged to absconded tenant. Investigation ongoing.
Youth groups in Kogi demand local government autonomy implementation within 21 days. Coalition presents allocation analysis, cites Supreme Court ruling. Read full details.
Youth groups in Kogi State demand immediate implementation of local government autonomy within 21 days, threatening statewide protests over constitutional violations.
NDLEA Edo intercepts two buses with 1,455kg of cannabis. The drug cartel abandoned the vehicles and fled. Commander Ofoyeju vows to intensify the fight against drug trafficking.
NDLEA operatives intercept two Sienna buses carrying 1,455kg of cannabis in Edo State. Traffickers abandoned vehicles and fled. Commander issues stern warning to drug cartels.
Vice President Kashim Shettima formally welcomed former Kogi Governor Idris Wada and SDP's Samuel Abenemi into the APC. The decampees pledged support for Tinubu's 2027 re-election, citing economic progress.
NDLEA operatives recover 1,455kg of cannabis after traffickers abandon two Sienna buses in Edo State. Commander Mitchell Ofoyeju warns drug cartels as investigation continues.
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana SAN urges Nigerians who paid ransom to kidnappers to sue the government for refunds. Kogi council imposes curfew amid banditry surge. Take action now!
NDLEA operatives arrest wanted drug baron Frank Chijioke Ibemesi in Lagos, seizing 1,762kg of cannabis. A separate syndicate in Osun State also busted. Read the full story.
Yagba West LG Chairman imposes 7pm-5am curfew to combat bandit attacks. Security forces to conduct coordinated patrols. Residents urged to comply.
Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada officially defects from PDP to APC ahead of 2027 elections. The formal ceremony is scheduled for November 17 in Lokoja.
Nigeria Customs FOU Zone C intercepts 77.5kg of cannabis and 8.6kg of Canadian loud in Owerri. Handed to NDLEA for investigation. Read about the drug bust.
Bulgaria appoints special administrator for Lukoil's Neftochim refinery after US sanctions. Parliament authorizes asset seizure amid energy security concerns. Read full details.
President Tinubu reappoints Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa as NDLEA chairman following successful first term with 73,000 arrests. Read more about his achievements.
The Head of Civil Service condemns the abduction of federal staff en route to a promotion exam in Kogi. Read the official statement and the call for their safe return.
Federal High Court in Osogbo sentences Musa Raji Mohammed to 4 years imprisonment for trafficking 10.7kg of cannabis. Read the full details of the drug case.
UK court sentences Chinese woman to 11 years, 8 months for massive Bitcoin Ponzi scheme that defrauded 128,000 investors. Learn about this landmark cryptocurrency fraud case.
Six defence ministry directors were abducted by gunmen on Kaba-Lokoja highway. The incident highlights Nigeria's escalating security crisis. Read full details.