Arms Makers See Record $679B Revenue Amid Conflicts
Global arms sales reached record $679 billion in 2024 as Ukraine and Gaza wars fuel demand. US firms dominate while European companies face supply chain challenges. Read full analysis.
Global arms sales reached record $679 billion in 2024 as Ukraine and Gaza wars fuel demand. US firms dominate while European companies face supply chain challenges. Read full analysis.
Global arms sales reached record $679 billion in 2024 as Ukraine war and Gaza conflict fuel demand. US companies dominate while European firms see 13% growth despite supply challenges.
Cross River State approves 500 entrepreneurs for SMEDAN-Sterling Bank loans at 5% interest rate. Governor Otu's initiative aims to boost small businesses and economic growth across the state.
US President Donald Trump has declared Venezuela's airspace closed, escalating tensions with Nicolas Maduro. Major airlines have suspended flights, disrupting regional travel. Read the full details.
US President Donald Trump announces military escalation against Venezuelan drug traffickers, moving from sea to land operations. Read latest developments on this growing conflict.
Niger State Police recover stolen 2-year-old girl sold in human trafficking ring involving Abuja pastor and London-based woman. Eight suspects arrested in ongoing investigation.
Tax reforms chairman Taiwo Oyedele reveals 98% of Nigerian workers will be exempt from personal income tax starting January 2026. Small businesses also get VAT relief. Learn how this affects you!
Nigeria intensifies fight against human trafficking with new digital surveillance platform as NAPTIP reports 872 arrests, 1,839 rescues in 2025. Join the movement to end modern slavery.
Nigeria's new tax reforms will exempt 98% of workers from personal income tax starting January 2026. Learn how SMEs and low-income earners benefit from VAT exemptions and other incentives.
Rival cult groups in Ondo City surrender 17 weapons in police-brokered peace deal. Former members express relief as community partnerships drive disarmament success.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro reveals US pressure on Venezuela targets oil reserves, not drug trafficking. Exclusive analysis of geopolitical tensions in Latin America.
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.
Bank of Industry launches structured Business Clinic model to address MSME survival crisis. Only 20% of Nigerian businesses survive past 5 years. New program targets 24,000 enterprises by 2027.
Seventeen South African men recruited through social media influencers are trapped in Ukraine manufacturing drones. Investigation reveals global trafficking network exploiting African youth.
ICMPD reveals over 75% of trafficked victims in West Africa are children. NAPTIP and Edo State launch teacher training to combat trafficking through education.
Former senator Shehu Sani appeals to UK government to allow Ike Ekweremadu's repatriation to Nigeria. Learn about the diplomatic efforts and legal implications.
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.
The UK government has refused Nigeria's request to deport former Senator Ike Ekweremadu, who is serving a prison sentence for organ trafficking. Learn the details of this landmark case.
UK government denies Nigeria's request for Ike Ekweremadu to serve organ trafficking sentence at home. Former Deputy Senate President must complete 9-year term in UK prison.
The UK government has refused Nigeria's request to transfer convicted former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu to serve his organ trafficking sentence at home. Get the full details.
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.
Ibrahim Yahaya, a Kano man selling fried yam in Warri, reveals why he married five wives and how Tinubu's economic policies affect his business. Read his survival story.
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.
Former Canadian Olympian Ryan Wedding is wanted by the FBI for a billion-dollar cocaine operation and witness murders. A $15 million reward is offered for his capture. Read the full story.
Niger State Police Command rescues six abducted children from human trafficking network operating between Niger and FCT. Suspects arrested, investigation ongoing.
A Nigerian entrepreneur celebrates 7 successful years in her akara business. Her viral TikTok video inspires thousands with message of consistency and hard work in Nigeria.
Oba of Lagos, Rilwan Akiolu, has urged the new zonal commander for small arms control to investigate security personnel complicit in the spread of illegal weapons in Southwest Nigeria.
Oba of Lagos calls on NCCSALW to address small arms spread in Southwest, identifies security personnel complicity. Monarch also questions WAEC computer-based exams readiness.
Adamawa police arrest Hamza Tukur Isa for trafficking young girls to Ghana. Suspect reveals how he lured victims with fake job promises. Police vow more arrests and urge parental vigilance.