NDLEA Arrests Wanted Drug Kingpin After 12 Years
NDLEA operatives have finally arrested Lekan Jimoh, a drug kingpin wanted for the 2014 murder of three officers. He was caught in Ogun State with 69kg of skunk. Read the full story.
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Wanted Drug Kingpin Kanmo-Kanmo Arrested After 12 Years
NDLEA operatives arrest notorious drug lord Lekan Jimoh 'Kanmo-Kanmo' 12 years after he orchestrated the murder of three officers. Separate operations lead to more arrests and drug seizures across Nigeria.
Kidnap Kingpin Arrested, AK-47 Recovered in Rivers
Rivers State Police arrest suspected kidnap leader Mohammed Ibrahim, recover AK-47 rifle and ammunition. CP Adepoju commends officers, urges public vigilance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Army destroys criminal armoury, intercepts kingpin's wife in Taraba
Nigerian Army's Operation Whirl Stroke intercepts wife of notorious criminal John Gata, uncovers and destroys large weapons cache in Taraba. Read details of the successful operation.
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.
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.
Court Reopens Terrorism Case Against Bello Turji's Associates
A Federal High Court in Abuja has granted the government's request to reopen a major terrorism case against suspects linked to bandit kingpin Bello Turji. Read the full details of the charges and the new trial date.
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.
Marwa: School Drug Tests to Curb Youth Substance Abuse
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.
Female Drug Kingpin Arrested with Cocaine in Children's Room
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.
NDLEA Niger Convicts 100+ Drug Offenders in 2025
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's Female Drug Users Face Huge Treatment Gap
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 Intercepts Illicit Drugs in Delta, Laments 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.
NDLEA seizes 457kg cannabis, arrests trafficker in Edo
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 seizes 7.6m tramadol pills, 76,273kg cannabis
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.
NDLEA seizes 7.6m tramadol pills, 76,273kg cannabis
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.
Nigerian Sentenced to 22 Years in South Africa Drug Case
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.
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.
NDDC Fights Drug Abuse in Akwa Ibom Schools
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.
UNICAL VC Warns 12,800 Students Against Cultism
Prof. Florence Obi warns UNICAL freshmen against cultism and drug abuse during 48th matriculation. ASUU demands implementation of Briggs committee recommendations.
Man kills mother in Kano, stabs himself after argument
Tragedy strikes Kano as 35-year-old Abdularazak Abdulkadir allegedly stabs his mother Fatima to death. Police suspect drug influence in the homicide that shocked Sabon-Gari community. Read full details.
ICC Rejects Duterte Release Request
International Criminal Court rejects former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte's release request ahead of crimes against humanity trial. Read latest updates on drug war case.
Trump Escalates Venezuela Drug Fight to Land Operations
US President Donald Trump announces military escalation against Venezuelan drug traffickers, moving from sea to land operations. Read latest developments on this growing conflict.
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