5 h. ago Nigeria, Qatar strengthen partnership against drug trafficking

Tribune Online Nigeria, Qatar strengthen partnership against drug trafficking He noted that the partnership between the two countries has improved greatly and, of recent, increased the number of travels... Nigeria, Qatar strengthen partnership against drug trafficking Tribune Online

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6 h. ago Nigeria, Qatar Strengthen Partnership Against Illicit Drug Trafficking

  Nigeria and Qatar have strengthened partnership in the area of combating illicit drug trafficking with the symbolic exchange of instruments of ratification between the two countries by the chairman/chief executive officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), and the Qatar Ambassador to Nigeria, Ali Bin Ghanem […]

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25 h. ago Nigeria’s Next Drug Control Master Plan Must Address Emerging Threats — Marwa

Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Rtd), has charged all stakeholders involved in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to ensure that the strategy document addresses new and emerging threats that sustain the illicit drug trade in Nigeria. […]

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26 h. ago Marwa to stakeholders: Next drug control master plan must tackle emerging threats

Buba Marwa, Chairman/CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), on Monday, charged stakeholders in the ongoing development of read more Marwa to stakeholders: Next drug control master plan must tackle emerging threats

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29 h. ago Nigeria’s next drug control master plan must address emerging threats, says Marwa

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Brig Gen Mohamed Marwa (Rtd) has charged all stakeholders involved in the ongoing development of the next National Drug Control Master Plan (NDCMP 2026-2030) to ensure that the strategy document addresses new and emerging threats that sustain the […] The post Nigeria’s next drug control master plan must address emerging threats, says Marwa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Four Suspects Arrested For Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking In Delta

The Delta State Police Command has apprehended four individuals suspected of involvement in armed robbery and drug peddling in Asaba. The Command’s spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe, disclosed this in a statement issued on Sunday in Asaba. The statement read, “On 1st October 2025, the DPO B Division Asaba, CSP Edewor Akponegware, led his surveillance team […] The post Four Suspects Arrested For Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has condemned the Lagos State Government’s appointment of Ayomiposi Oluwadahunsi, popularly known as Mandy Kiss, as a brand ambassador for the state’s Kick Against Drug Abuse (LASKADA) initiative. Describing the decision as “inappropriate and counterproductive,” NANS insisted that the appointment should be revoked without delay. While recognizing the […] The post NANS Urges Lagos Govt. To Withdraw Mandy Kiss As Kick Against Drug Abuse Ambassador appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Four Suspects Nabbed In Kano Over Alleged Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking

The Kano State Police Command has arrested suspected armed robbers and recovered large quantities of illicit drugs and intoxicants in its ongoing fight against crime. In a statement on Thursday, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the Police Public Relations Officer, said operatives apprehended two notorious suspects in connection with a robbery that occurred on September 14, […] The post Four Suspects Nabbed In Kano Over Alleged Armed Robbery, Drug Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigeria unveils roadmap to eliminate trans fatty acids, safeguard public health

By Damiete Braide Nigeria has taken a decisive step toward safeguarding the health of its citizens with the formal launch of the National Strategy and Roadmap for Trans Fatty Acids (TFA) Regulation. The event, held in Lagos on Sunday, September 28, was spearheaded by the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) […] The post Nigeria unveils roadmap to eliminate trans fatty acids, safeguard public health appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Troops, NDLEA Arrest Two Fake Policemen With Cannabis In Taraba

Troops of the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, in a joint operation with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have apprehended two individuals posing as police officers while transporting cannabis in Taraba State. The arrest was confirmed in a statement released on Wednesday by Lt. Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director of […] The post Troops, NDLEA Arrest Two Fake Policemen With Cannabis In Taraba appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Troops arrest drug cartel impersonating police officers in Taraba with drugs

By Sylvanus Viashima, Jalingo Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian army/ Sector 3 Operation While Stroke, in collaboration with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency NDLEA, have arrested Two suspected members of a drug cartel in Taraba State in Police attire. Lieutenant Umar Mohammed, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian […] The post Troops arrest drug cartel impersonating police officers in Taraba with drugs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Seven Arrested In Jigawa For Robbery, Motorcycle Theft, Drug Offences

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested seven suspects for crimes including armed robbery, motorcycle theft, and drug-related offences across the state. In a statement on Thursday, September 25, police spokesperson SP Shiisu Lawan Adam confirmed the arrests. He stated that on September 17, officers at Auyo Division apprehended a 22-year-old man, Lawan Ya’u from […] The post Seven Arrested In Jigawa For Robbery, Motorcycle Theft, Drug Offences appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Unique challenges responsible for Nigerians’ vulnerability to exploitation, substance abuse —Edo NDLEA commander

Tribune Online Unique challenges responsible for Nigerians’ vulnerability to exploitation, substance abuse —Edo NDLEA commander Edo State Commander of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Mitchell Ofoyeju, has asserted that most Nigerians are vulnerable to exploitation and substance abuse owing to some unique challenges confronting them.  The Commander stated this while delivering his keynote address at a one-day awareness and advocacy programme on safe and regular migration, held by […] Unique challenges responsible for Nigerians’ vulnerability to exploitation, substance abuse —Edo NDLEA commander Tribune Online

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2 w. ago 106 Nigerians Among Over 600 Foreigners Arrested For Drug Trafficking In India

India’s Union Home Minister Amit Shah released the report during the 2nd national conference of heads of anti-narcotics task force of various states and Union Territories. The post 106 Nigerians Among Over 600 Foreigners Arrested For Drug Trafficking In India appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Emergencies: ONSA Leads Simulation Exercise To Test National Response Preparedness

The Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) has led a high-level simulation exercise to assess the country’s readiness to respond to potential national emergencies and security threats. The National Orientation Agency (NOA), as one of the key stakeholders in the exercise, was present to observe and support the coordination efforts. A statement posted on […]

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2 w. ago Drug trafficking: 3 detained Nigerian pilgrims regain freedom in Saudi Arabia

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja Three Nigerian pilgrims detained by Saudi Arabia authorities over alleged drug trafficking have been released after four weeks in custody. They are Mrs. Maryam Hussain Abdullahi; Mrs. Abdullahi Bahijja Aminu; and Mr. Abdulhamid Saddieq. Their freedom followed weeks of relentless engagements by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National […] The post Drug trafficking: 3 detained Nigerian pilgrims regain freedom in Saudi Arabia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Saudi Arabia Releases 3 Nigerian Pilgrims Wrongly Accused Of Drug Trafficking

Nigeria has secured the release of three pilgrims who were detained in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, last month  over alleged drug trafficking. The freed pilgrims are Mrs. Maryam Hussain Abdullahi, Mrs. Abdullahi Bahijja Aminu and Mr. Abdulhamid Saddieq. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA’s) spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, revealed this yesterday. He said their freedom followed […]

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2 w. ago Alleged drug trafficking: Detained Nigerian pilgrims regain freedom in Saudi Arabia 

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja    Three Nigerian pilgrims detained by Saudi Arabian authorities over alleged drug trafficking have been released after four weeks in custody. They are Maryam Hussain Abdullahi, Abdullahi Bahijja Aminu, and Abdulhamid Saddieq.  Their freedom followed weeks of relentless engagements by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law […] The post Alleged drug trafficking: Detained Nigerian pilgrims regain freedom in Saudi Arabia  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Saudi authorities free three Nigerian pilgrims arrested for drug trafficking

Tribune Online Saudi authorities free three Nigerian pilgrims arrested for drug trafficking Saudi Arabian authorities have released three Nigerian pilgrims who had been detained in Jeddah since last month following their arrest over alleged drug trafficking. Saudi authorities free three Nigerian pilgrims arrested for drug trafficking Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Saudi Arabia Frees Three Nigerian Pilgrims Detained For Alleged Drug Trafficking After FG Intervention

The three pilgrims were part of those whose luggage was tampered with by a drug trafficking syndicate. The post Saudi Arabia Frees Three Nigerian Pilgrims Detained For Alleged Drug Trafficking After FG Intervention appeared first on Channels Television.

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