NDLEA arrests drug dealers hiding cannabis in cookies
NDLEA uncovers sophisticated drug network distributing Canadian Loud cannabis disguised as Christmas cookies through WhatsApp. Multiple arrests made across Nigeria in major crackdown.
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Air Force Officer Arrested for Transporting Weapons
Troops and NDLEA operatives detain an Air Force member, ACM Anas Muhammed Fakai, caught with firearms en route to Abuja. Investigation reveals police connections. Read the full report.
Army seizes 108.8kg cannabis, arrests courier in Kogi
Nigerian Army troops intercept a drug courier in Kogi, seizing 108.8kg of cannabis. Suspect and exhibits handed to NDLEA. A major blow against crime and banditry.
Army arrests drug pusher, recovers 108.8kg cannabis
Nigerian Army troops intercept 108.8kg of cannabis in Kogi, arresting a suspect in a Toyota Camry. This major bust aims to disrupt criminal networks and enhance public safety. Read more.
NDLEA arrests influencer over cannabis-laced sweets
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.
NDLEA seizes drugs hidden in machine parts at Lagos airport
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.
Senate's Sachet Alcohol Ban Puts Millions of Jobs at Risk
FOBTOB condemns Nigeria's Senate-approved ban on sachet alcohol, warning of massive job losses and dangerous alternatives. Industry faces N2 trillion investment threat.
N2trn Industry Threatened by Sachet Alcohol Ban
FOBTOB warns Nigeria's N2 trillion beverage sector faces collapse from the sachet alcohol ban, threatening 5.5 million jobs. Urges Senate to reconsider.
NDLEA seizes 1,455kg of cannabis in Edo
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.
Drug traffickers abandon 1,455kg cannabis in Edo
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.
Drug traffickers abandon 1,455kg cannabis in Edo
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.
NDLEA arrests hotelier, seizes 1,762kg of cannabis
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.
Customs Seizes 166 Wraps of Drugs in Owerri
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.
Man stabs friend over mother insult in KZN argument
A man was arrested in Parkgate, KZN after stabbing his Zimbabwean friend multiple times during an alcohol-fueled argument about his mother. Read the full details of this violent incident.
Katsina Hisbah destroys 120 cartons of alcohol
Katsina State Hisbah Board has destroyed over 120 cartons of seized alcoholic drinks in Funtua as part of ongoing enforcement against substances prohibited under Islamic law. Read more about the state's moral cleansing campaign.
Manufacturers Challenge NAFDAC's Sachet Alcohol Ban
Nigerian manufacturers demand reversal of sachet alcohol ban, warning of massive job losses and economic damage. MAN argues ban contradicts existing policies.
Group Condemns NAFDAC's Sachet Alcohol Ban
Civil society group Stand Up Nigeria condemns NAFDAC's ban on sachet alcohol, warning of 500,000 job losses and ₦1.9 trillion economic damage. Read the full details.
Sachet Alcohol Ban Threatens 500,000 Nigerian Jobs
Manufacturers Association warns NAFDAC's December 31 ban on sachet and PET bottle alcohol could eliminate 500,000 jobs and N1.9 trillion investments. MAN urges Senate reconsideration.
Man gets 4 years for cannabis trafficking in Osun
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.
Bangladesh Liquor Industry Thrives in Muslim Nation
Carew and Co, Bangladesh's only licensed distillery, reports record $10M profit despite operating in Muslim-majority country. Alcohol sales restricted to permit holders.
NAFDAC Bans Sachet Alcohol from December 2025
NAFDAC announces December 2025 deadline for complete ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and small bottles under 200ml to curb youth addiction and social vices.
NAFDAC bans alcoholic bitters after lab tests kill mice
NAFDAC issues urgent warning about Japata Alcoholic Bitters contaminated with cannabis. Lab tests show mice died within 5 minutes. Production facility shut down, owner on the run.
NAFDAC Bans Sachet Alcohol in Nigeria
NAFDAC orders a complete ban on alcoholic beverages in sachets and small bottles below 200ml by December 2025 to protect public health, especially minors.
NDLEA arrests 39 suspects, seizes 2,477kg drugs in Edo
NDLEA Edo Command arrests 39 suspects, seizes 2,477.59kg of narcotics, and destroys cannabis farms. Read about the agency's relentless fight against drug trafficking.
Senate Orders Sachet Alcohol Ban by Dec 31
Nigeria's Senate mandates NAFDAC to enforce nationwide prohibition of sachet alcoholic beverages, citing youth protection and public health concerns. Full implementation deadline set for year-end.
NDLEA Busts Fake Medicinal Cannabis Ring, Arrests Kingpin
Nigeria's drug enforcement agency exposes dangerous fake medicinal cannabis operation, seizes massive consignment and arrests mastermind in major nationwide crackdown.
NDLEA Busts Fake Medicinal Cannabis Ring - Kingpin Arrested
Nigerian drug enforcement agency warns public about sophisticated criminal network disguising illegal cannabis as medicinal products while arresting kingpin in major operation.
Young Mum Dies After 6 Drinking Challenges on Birthday
A young Nigerian mother's birthday celebration turned fatal after she attempted six drinking challenges, leading to fatal alcohol poisoning. Family and community mourn preventable tragedy.
NDLEA seizes 1,779kg cannabis in Ogun, arrests 3
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted a massive consignment of cannabis sativa weighing 1,779kg in Ogun State, arresting three suspects in a major crackdown on drug trafficking.
NDLEA busts drug lab in Lagos, seizes hidden cannabis
In a major breakthrough, NDLEA operatives have dismantled a sophisticated crystal meth laboratory in Lagos and intercepted large quantities of Loud cannabis concealed in bathtubs, marking a significant victory in Nigeria's war against drugs.
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