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.
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.
UN report reveals 25% of Nigeria's drug users are women, but only 1 in 20 get treatment. Drug use in Africa could surge 40% by 2030, posing a major health crisis.
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.
A soldier was killed and two are missing after troops clashed with suspected militia in Taraba. The attack occurred while securing farmers in Takum. Read the full report.
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.
Two persons shot dead, one injured in Andoni LGA as rival cult groups MEND and Iceland clash for supremacy. Police confirm investigation is ongoing. Read for details.
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.
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.
Four civilians and a soldier killed in overnight border clash between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Both sides trade blame as tensions escalate. Read the full report.
An 18-year-old herder, Adamu Mohammed, has been sentenced to death by hanging for the culpable homicide of 19-year-old Adamu Ali in Auno, Borno State. Read the full court details.
Delta State faces a surge in deadly land conflicts, with 10 killed in six months. Investigations reveal violence across multiple LGAs, armed invasions, and cult links. Read the full report.
A violent clash between soldiers and police officers at a Jos mall caused panic. The Plateau command has sanctioned personnel involved. Read details of the incident and official response.
A South African court sentences a Nigerian national and a local associate to a combined 37 years for drug trafficking. Read the full details of the methamphetamine bust and convictions.
A heated confrontation between Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Danjuma Goje disrupted plenary. Goje cited Senate rules, calling Akpabio's actions 'unparliamentary'. Nigerians react online.
A former Kwara State Polytechnic student was killed in a cult clash on campus. Management confirms arrests, urges normalcy. Read details on the incident and official response.
A Nigerian lady has pinpointed the force causing issues in 2Baba and Natasha's marriage, urging collective prayer. Her viral post recommends a Shiloh solution. Read reactions.
The Defence Headquarters convened a Joint Border Security Meeting after a clash between Nigerian and Nigerien soldiers in Katsina. Learn how the situation was deescalated and what steps are being taken to prevent future incidents.
A private moment where Asake declared Wizkid 'the best' at a historic New York concert has ignited a fierce online debate among fans of Nigeria's top music stars. See the full story and reactions.
A police officer and a passerby were killed in a suspected cult clash in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. Get the full details on the tragic incident and police response.
NDLEA uncovers sophisticated drug network distributing Canadian Loud cannabis disguised as Christmas cookies through WhatsApp. Multiple arrests made across Nigeria in major crackdown.
Nigerian Army neutralizes 4 militia members in Taraba land dispute clash, arrests serving police officer. Weapons recovered amid escalating violence between communities.
Nigerian Army arrests police officer operating with armed militia during communal clash in Taraba. Four militants neutralized, weapons recovered in Karim Lamido operation.
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.
Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola kneels to apologise to filmmaker Afeez Owo, ending their two-month feud. Watch the viral reconciliation video and get the full story.
The Nigeria Customs Service mandates drug tests for all new recruits and serving officers to ensure operational integrity and a drug-free institution. Read the full details.
Mikel Arteta provides crucial injury updates on Arsenal stars ahead of Champions League clash against Bayern Munich. Three players return while two key attackers remain out.
Four tenants killed, five injured in violent land clash at Asaba-Benin Expressway. Armed vigilantes opened fire during attempted eviction. Read full details of the tragedy.