Dispatch Rider Jailed 7 Years for Drug Trafficking
A Lagos dispatch rider, Yahaya Nuru, has been sentenced to seven years imprisonment for trafficking tramadol and other prohibited drugs. Read the full court details.
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Lagos Calls for Sustained Voluntary Blood Donations
Lagos health authorities seek 200,000-250,000 blood units annually to meet rising demand. Officials urge residents to become regular, voluntary donors to save lives in emergencies.
Lagos 2025 Fire Report: 133 Lives, N19.7bn Lost
Lagos State reveals a tragic rise in fire deaths and property damage for 2025. See the official figures, rescue efforts, and challenges faced by firefighters.
Lagos Balogun Market fire death toll climbs to 10
The death toll from the Great Nigeria Building fire at Lagos's Balogun Market has reached 10. Recovery operations continue as officials work to reach ground zero. Read the latest updates.
NDLEA arrests 80-year-old ex-convict, seizes drugs in mannequins
NDLEA's nationwide crackdown leads to the arrest of an 80-year-old repeat drug offender and the seizure of narcotics concealed in mannequins. Read the full report on the agency's latest victories.
Traffic Diversion for Lagos Eko 170 Cycling Race
Lagos State diverts traffic for the 'Eko 170' Gran Fondo cycling event on Sunday, January 11. Plan your routes for safety and support sports tourism.
Nicaragua Arrests 60 Over Maduro Capture Support
Nicaraguan authorities arrest 60 people for supporting the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Human rights groups report a new wave of repression. Read the full details.
Traffic Diversion for Lagos 'Eko 170' Cycling Race
Lagos State announces traffic plans for the 'Eko 170' Gran Fondo cycling event on Sunday, Jan 11. Key routes affected. Plan your journey.
Children arrested for $10,000 burglary spree in Bulawayo
Police in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, have detained juveniles aged 11-17 linked to a string of house break-ins. Over $10,000 in valuables was stolen. Parents urged to monitor children.
Doctor, Ned Nwoko React to Regina Daniels' Drug Test Result
A medical director dismisses claims that Regina Daniels' negative drug test was due to detox. Ned Nwoko calls it 'temporary abstinence,' not sobriety. Get the full details here.
Doctor Reacts to Regina Daniels' Drug Test Controversy
A medical doctor dismisses claims that Regina Daniels' negative drug test was manipulated. The actress took the test to clear her name amid allegations from her husband, Ned Nwoko. Read the full story and public reactions here.
Ebonyi Police: 1,733 Suspects Arrested, 41 Guns Recovered
Ebonyi State Police Command reports major 2025 successes: 1,733 arrests, recovery of 41 firearms including AK-47s, and rescue of 9 kidnap victims. CP Uche-Anya pledges enhanced community policing for 2026.
Borno Police Arrest 2,610 Suspects, Recover Arms
Borno State Police Command reports major 2025 successes: 2,610 arrests, 1,028 convictions, recovery of arms, explosives, and N5.8m. Read the full breakdown of their security operations.
3 Contradictions in Regina Daniels' Drug Test Video Exposed
A social media influencer dissects Regina Daniels' viral drug test video, highlighting three major contradictions in her statements. Read the full analysis and netizens' reactions.
Regina Daniels Takes Drug Test, Plans Legal Action
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels undergoes voluntary drug test abroad to refute addiction allegations from husband Ned Nwoko and co-wife Laila Charani. She vows legal action.
Army arrests 8, seizes fuel in Adamawa anti-terror ops
Nigerian troops have arrested eight suspected suicide bombing network members and intercepted over 1,000 litres of fuel in Adamawa. The military urges public vigilance. Read more.
NDLEA arrests 65-year-old drug kingpin, seizes illicit drugs
NDLEA arrests female kingpin Fatima Ilori, seizes cocaine, skunk, and tramadol across multiple states in major drug busts. Read the full details of the nationwide crackdown.
Air Force Arrests 6 Drug Suspects in Lagos, Hands to NDLEA
The Nigerian Air Force has arrested six drug suspects in Lagos and recovered cocaine, codeine, and other narcotics. The suspects were handed over to the NDLEA in a major inter-agency operation. Read the full details.
NDLEA arrests 22 Indians, seizes drugs in coffee, books
NDLEA intercepts cocaine, ketamine, and skunk in major operations across Lagos, Oyo, Borno, and other states. 22 Indian crew members and a female kingpin arrested. Read the full details of the agency's crackdown.
NDLEA Niger Rehabilitates 299 Drug Addicts in 2025
Niger State NDLEA Command successfully rehabilitated 299 drug addicts and arrested 125 dealers in 2025. Commander Gwadabawa credits officers' dedication and calls for more logistics support.
30.1kg Cocaine Seized at Apapa Port by NDLEA, Customs
NDLEA and Customs intercept 30.1kg of cocaine hidden on a Marshall Islands vessel at Lagos's Apapa Port. This marks the third major drug bust in weeks. Read more.
Lagos GNI Building Fire: Death Toll Rises
The Lagos State Government confirms another body recovered from the GNI building fire site on Lagos Island. Get the latest updates on casualties and the ongoing investigation.
Fire Guts Arena Market in Lagos, Traders in Panic
A devastating fire has destroyed goods worth millions of Naira at Arena Market in Lagos. Traders are counting losses as emergency services battle the blaze. Read full report.
Italy Arrests 9 for Alleged €7M Hamas Funding
Italian police have arrested nine individuals suspected of funneling millions to Hamas through charities. Discover the details of this major anti-terrorism operation.
Ex-Convict Re-Arrested Over UK-Bound Cocaine in Starch
NDLEA arrests a previously convicted drug trafficker, Nwobodo Chidiebere Basil, and three cargo agents over 1.50kg cocaine hidden in liquid starch sachets bound for the UK from Lagos airport. Read the full story.
Lagos Parks Free for Christmas: 25th-27th Dec
Lagos State announces free entry to all state-managed parks from Dec 25-27, 2025, with extended hours until 8 PM. Enjoy family fun and festive lights!
Lagos to Regulate Informal Spaces Under New Plan
Lagos State Government announces decisive steps to regulate informal spaces like road setbacks and under-bridge areas. Commissioner Dr. Oluyinka Olumide outlines plan for safety and sustainable urban growth. Read more.
Social Critic Calls for CCTV on Lagos Roads After Bodies Found
Social critic Scott Iguma urges Lagos government to install CCTV cameras on major roads following repeated sightings of dead bodies. He calls it a public safety necessity.
FCT records 300 major crimes in three months
FCT Police Command discloses 300 cases of kidnapping, armed robbery, and other crimes from Oct-Dec 2025. 160 suspects arrested, 32 victims rescued. Read the full breakdown.
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.
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