9 h. ago Remain resolute in fight against drug scourge, Marwa charges NDLEA officers

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Brig Gen Mohamed Marwa (retd), has charged officers and men of the Agency to remain resolute and steadfast in the ongoing onslaught against illicit drug trafficking and dealers. Marwa gave the charge while commissioning blocks of terrace […] The post Remain resolute in fight against drug scourge, Marwa charges NDLEA officers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Customs intercepts illicit drugs, crude oil, others worth over N1bn

By Steve Agbota Federal Operations Unit Zone ‘C’ Owerri of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Friday, said that it intercepted illicit drugs and other contraband worth over N1.010 billion within one month. Notable among the illicit goods intercepted include bales of Cannabis Sativa, parcels of Canadian Loud, petroleum products, and foreign parboiled rice, among others. […] The post Customs intercepts illicit drugs, crude oil, others worth over N1bn appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Katsina Police Arrest Two Suspected Drug Dealers, Recover Illicit Substance Worth N3.5M

Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected drug dealers and recovered a large quantity of tramadol tablets worth N3,500,000.00. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Abubakar Sadiq, on Thursday, disclosed that the suspects both made their confessions to security agents as investigation is ongoing. Sadiq added that the arrests were made, in the […] The post Katsina Police Arrest Two Suspected Drug Dealers, Recover Illicit Substance Worth N3.5M appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illicit crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe area of Abuja. This was revealed in a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale. Seven people connected to the illicit production and distribution of crude oil were also confirmed to have been […] The post NSCDC Uncovers Five Illegal Oil Dumps, Arrests Seven In Abuja appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Two Suspected Drug Dealers Arrested In Katsina With Tramadol Worth ₦3.5m

The Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspects involved in the illegal trade of tramadol, recovering a large quantity of the drug valued at ₦3,500,000.00. The arrest was part of ongoing efforts to tackle substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the region. In a statement provided to newsmen on Thursday, the Command Public […] The post Two Suspected Drug Dealers Arrested In Katsina With Tramadol Worth ₦3.5m appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Police seize 2,084 Tramadol sachets, arrest suspects in Katsina

Katsina State Police Command has recovered 2,084 sachets of suspected tramadol tablets worth N3.5m from two suspected drug dealers. According to a statement by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abubakar Sadiq, on Thursday, the arrest is in its bid to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. “On March 20th, 2025, Read More

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52 h. ago NNPC Ltd unveils $60bn investment target, 2m bpd oil production

From Adewale Sanyaolu The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has announced ambitious goals to attract $60 billion in sectoral investment and achieve a daily crude oil production of two million barrels per day (bpd). Group Chief Executive Officer Bayo Ojulari shared these targets at a townhall meeting held at NNPC Towers in Abuja on […] The post NNPC Ltd unveils $60bn investment target, 2m bpd oil production appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Police nab drug dealers, seize ₦3.5m worth of tramadol in Katsina

Katsina State Police Command has arrested two suspected drug dealers and recovered a large quantity of tramadol tablets worth ₦3,500,000.00 in a bid to curb substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking in the state. According to a statement by the Command Public Relations Officer, Deputy Superintendent of Police, Abubakar Sadiq made available to newsmen on Read More

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60 h. ago NSCDC uncovers five illegal crude oil dumps in Abuja, arrests seven

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered five illegal crude oil dumps in the Jahi/Katampe axis of Abuja. This is contained in a statement issued by the NSCDC Spokesperson, Afolabi Babawale, on Thursday in Abuja. The corps also confirmed the arrest of seven suspects linked to the illegal crude oil production and distribution. Read More

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65 h. ago Taskforce recovers drugs, cash in Lagos estate, market raids

The Lagos State Environmental and Special Offences Taskforce has arrested 20 individuals in a targeted enforcement operation against illicit drug peddling in Gowon Estate and Egbeda, recovering various substances and cash believed to be proceeds from illegal activities. The raids, which took place on Tuesday, focused on notorious black spots including the 31 Road intersection, Read More

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66 h. ago Kano Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Illicit Drugs, Dangerous Weapons (Pictures)

Operatives of Kano State Police Command have arrested 157 suspects involved in armed robbery and thuggery. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Ibrahim Bakori on Wednesday, disclosed that some dangerous weapons and suspected tramadol tablets valued at over N150 million were recovered from the criminal elements. Bakori said that the firearms, which were allegedly […] The post Kano Police Arrest 157 Suspects, Recover Illicit Drugs, Dangerous Weapons (Pictures) appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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66 h. ago Korean Intelligence Service Seeks Extradition Of Arrested Drug Baron

The National Intelligence Service of the Republic of Korea (NIS) has commended the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its exceptional effort and professionalism in apprehending a wanted 59-year-old drug baron, Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff, whose 17 years of hiding in the dark to ship illicit drugs worth billions of naira across the world, was […]

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3 d. ago Korean Intelligence Service commends NDLEA on arrest of wanted drug baron, seeks suspect’s extradition

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Intelligence Service of South Korea (NIS) has praised the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for arresting 59-year-old drug baron Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff on February 12, ending his 17-year run smuggling illicit drugs worth billions of naira globally. The NDLEA’s Special Operations Unit apprehended Jeff at his hideout in […] The post Korean Intelligence Service commends NDLEA on arrest of wanted drug baron, seeks suspect’s extradition appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago BREAKING: Again, Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Price To N835 Per Litre

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced another reduction in the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol from N865 to N835 per litre. The price slash came after the recent decline in global crude oil prices, which have dropped to $64 per barrel from over $70 per barrel in recent weeks. […]

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3 d. ago Korean Intelligence Service Hails NDLEA On Arrest Of Wanted Drug Baron, Seeks Extradition Of Suspect

The National Intelligence Service of the Republic of Korea (NIS) has commended Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), for its exceptional effort and professionalism in apprehending a wanted 59-year-old drug baron Ogbonnaya Kevin Jeff whose 17 years of hiding in the dark to ship illicit drugs worth billions of naira across the world, was […]

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5 d. ago Nigeria still Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline –OPEC

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria has retained its status as Africa’s largest crude oil producer, although with a decrease in output for the month of March. This is according to the latest report from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). In its monthly report released on Monday, OPEC reported that Nigeria’s oil production […] The post Nigeria still Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline –OPEC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria remains Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja Nigeria has retained its status as Africa’s largest crude oil producer, although with a decrease in output for the month of March. This is according to the latest report from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). In its monthly report released on Monday, OPEC reported that Nigeria’s oil production […] The post Nigeria remains Africa’s top crude oil producer despite March output decline appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Police Arrest 150 Suspected Criminals In Kano As CP Seeks Special Courts

No fewer than 150 suspects have been arrested by the Kano State Police Command for alleged thuggery, illicit drug and unlawful possession of firearms. Police operatives also recovered 18 locally-made AK-47 rifles were since the assumption into office of the new Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Bakori. CP Bakori who disclosed this also called on […]

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7 d. ago NDLEA destroys 1.6m kg illicit drugs seized in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has destroyed heaps of illicit drugs weighing about 1.6 million kilograms seized across Lagos, Ogun and Oyo states. Our correspondent gathered that the feat was historic as it was the largest volume of seizures to be set ablaze in the history of the agency. […] The post NDLEA destroys 1.6m kg illicit drugs seized in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago 1.6m Kilograms Of Drugs Destroyed In NDLEA’s Largest Seizure

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully destroyed over 1.6 million kilograms of illicit drugs seized across Lagos, Ogun, and Oyo states. The destruction, held on Saturday at Ipara along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway in Ogun State, is now recognized as the largest single seizure incineration in the agency’s history. Among the drugs incinerated […] The post 1.6m Kilograms Of Drugs Destroyed In NDLEA’s Largest Seizure appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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