6 h. ago NDLEA Targets Global Drug Syndicate, Arrests Key Nigerian Operatives

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has dismantled an international organized criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, the UK, Brazil, Australia, and the UAE. In a statement issued on Sunday, Femi Babafemi, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, said the operation followed a two-week intelligence-led exercise across Lagos, resulting in the arrest of three leaders of […] The post NDLEA Targets Global Drug Syndicate, Arrests Key Nigerian Operatives appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago SEDC pushes for investment in agriculture, venture capital to transform South

.To grow the Southeast economy from its current $40 billion to $200 billion in 10 years The South East Development read more SEDC pushes for investment in agriculture, venture capital to transform South-East region

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8 h. ago Nigeria, Several African Countries To Witness Lunar Eclipse 8p.m On Sunday

Nigerians, along with residents of several African countries, are set to experience a rare celestial event on Sunday, September 7, as a total lunar eclipse illuminates the night sky from 8:00 p.m. West Africa Time (WAT). The eclipse, which is expected to last approximately 83 minutes, will transform the Moon into a striking reddish hue, […] The post Nigeria, Several African Countries To Witness Lunar Eclipse 8p.m On Sunday appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Anambra Police Bust Counterfeit Soft Drinks Factory, Arrest Suspect

The Anambra State Police Command has uncovered an illicit factory manufacturing counterfeit soft drinks in Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area of the state. During an operation by police officers from the Rapid Response Squad in Awkuzu, authorities discovered and dismantled a factory producing counterfeit beverages labeled as “Iyi Obeleagu Juice” and apprehended a suspect present […] The post Anambra Police Bust Counterfeit Soft Drinks Factory, Arrest Suspect appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Civil Society Demands State Of Emergency As Kidnappers Run Rampant In Edo

The Edo State Civil Society Coalition for Human Rights has urged the Federal Government to urgently declare a state of emergency on insecurity following a surge in violent attacks and abductions across the state. The call comes in the wake of the killing of eight operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) […] The post Civil Society Demands State Of Emergency As Kidnappers Run Rampant In Edo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Bauchi govt reiterates commitment to quality healthcare delivery

Tribune Online Bauchi govt reiterates commitment to quality healthcare delivery Bauchi State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to providing free antenatal care and drugs for pregnant women and children under the age of Bauchi govt reiterates commitment to quality healthcare delivery Tribune Online

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11 h. ago NDLEA smashes drug cartel, arrests 3 kingpins, seizes N5.3bn Australia

Tribune Online NDLEA smashes drug cartel, arrests 3 kingpins, seizes N5.3bn Australia-bound cocaine The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled an international organised criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates. NDLEA smashes drug cartel, arrests 3 kingpins, seizes N5.3bn Australia-bound cocaine Tribune Online

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11 h. ago NDLEA Seizes ₦5.3bn Worth of Cocaine Hidden In Lace Fabrics, Arrests Three Suspects

Babafemi said NDLEA recovered 17.9kg of cocaine concealed in lace fabrics alongside local charms, allegedly meant to provide “spiritual cover” against detection. The post NDLEA Seizes ₦5.3bn Worth of Cocaine Hidden In Lace Fabrics, Arrests Three Suspects appeared first on Channels Television.

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13 h. ago Bala gifts UNICEF N300m to fight malnutrition among children in Bauchi

Governor Bala Muhammed Abdulkadir of Bauchi State has donated a sum of N300million to the United Nation’s Children Fund (UNICEF) read more Bala gifts UNICEF N300m to fight malnutrition among children in Bauchi

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13 h. ago Nigeria’s Michael Ibe Honoured At Caritas Internationalis Committees Chairs Forum 2024

The Caritas Internationalis Committees Chairs Forum has honoured Nigeria’s Michael Ibe with the prestigious award of “Most Outstanding Contributor Award”, in recognition of his innovations, strategic leadership, and transformative contributions to the Catholic Relief agency. This award was one of the series of events when the Caritas Internationalis, the confederation of 162 Catholic relief, development, […]

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14 h. ago Police Foil Armed Robbery Attempts In Anambra, Recover Two Stolen Vehicles

The Anambra State Police Command has foiled armed robbery attempts in Oba and Awka, recovering two vehicles that had been snatched by the gang during the attacks. In a statement on Saturday, the Command’s spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that police patrol teams have consistently thwarted criminal activities, crediting the success to the security and safety […] The post Police Foil Armed Robbery Attempts In Anambra, Recover Two Stolen Vehicles appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago NDLEA Smashes Drug Cartel, Arrests 3 Kingpins, Intercepts N5.3bn Cocaine

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has smashed an international organised criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, UK, Brazil, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates. The NDLEA swooped on the syndicate after a two-week-long intelligence-led operations across parts of Lagos, which led to the arrest of three leaders of the cartel and intercepting large […]

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18 h. ago Teenager angry, poisons uncle’s soup because he snores too much

Tribune Online Teenager angry, poisons uncle’s soup because he snores too much A high school student in Japan has been arrested for allegedly poisoning his uncle’s soup in an attempt to kill him because he couldn’t stand his snoring, the country’s media reported. The 18-year-old teenager from Ichibara, Japan’s Chiba prefecture, was arrested and charged with attempted murder after allegedly mincing leaves from a toxic oleander plant […] Teenager angry, poisons uncle’s soup because he snores too much Tribune Online

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18 h. ago I knew Sodiq was an armed robber but I didn’t join him — Suspect

Tribune Online I knew Sodiq was an armed robber but I didn’t join him — Suspect •I thought Sodiq had changed —Female suspect A dreaded criminal gang, in the habit of trailing victims seen with posh vehicles at clubs, malls or popular event centres to their homes or destinations in the bid to rob them in Ibadan, has been dismantled by operatives of Oyo State Police Command with the arrest of […] I knew Sodiq was an armed robber but I didn’t join him — Suspect Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Anambra Native Doctor Confesses To Purchasing Used Condoms From Prostitutes

A self-acclaimed native doctor, identified as Anagbo Emeka from Umugbo in Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, has been arrested after confessing to buying used male condoms from prostitutes for fetish practices. According to Nigerian Tribune, Emeka was reportedly apprehended by youths in Echara community, Awka North Local Government Area, after suspicious activities led […] The post Anambra Native Doctor Confesses To Purchasing Used Condoms From Prostitutes appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago NSCDC Intercepts Vehicle Loaded With Railway Slippers, Arrests Two Over Transformer Vandalism In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has intercepted a Peugeot J5 vehicle loaded with vandalised railway slippers and arrested two suspects linked to transformer vandalism in the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASC Saminu Yusuf, disclosed the development to journalists on Saturday in Bauchi. According to him, […] The post NSCDC Intercepts Vehicle Loaded With Railway Slippers, Arrests Two Over Transformer Vandalism In Bauchi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Aiyedatiwa Vows Justice For Victims Of Owo Attack, Pledges Fight Against Insecurity

Ondo State Governor, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Saturday, pledged to secure justice for the victims of the June 5, 2022, terrorist attack at St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo. The tragic attack claimed the lives of at least 41 worshippers, leaving many others seriously injured during Sunday mass. The suspected perpetrators have been arrested by the […] The post Aiyedatiwa Vows Justice For Victims Of Owo Attack, Pledges Fight Against Insecurity appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago 18 months to 2027 handover date: Succession crises hit states

•Power struggles mount in Lagos, Oyo, Bauchi, Gombe, Borno, others By Omoniyi Salaudeen   Ahead of the 2027 general elections, succession politics and the accompanying tensions have already gripped some states where the incumbent governors are in their final terms. In politics, a successful succession plan is a hallmark of a good leader, and for […] The post 18 months to 2027 handover date: Succession crises hit states appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. ago Use your knowledge, skills to impact communities, FUNAAB VC tells fellows

Tribune Online Use your knowledge, skills to impact communities, FUNAAB VC tells fellows By: Success Gbadeyan and Precious Adebayo THE Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Professor Babatunde Kehinde, has urged fellows of the Teach For Nigeria (TFN) initiative to apply the knowledge and skills gained from their training to transform classrooms and communities across the country. Prof. Kehinde gave the charge while commending the […] Use your knowledge, skills to impact communities, FUNAAB VC tells fellows Tribune Online

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21 h. ago Controversy lingers over alleged sale of new baby: Police officers, ministry officials sold my baby for N25m, gave me N700,000, woman alleges

• No child was sold, baby in our custody –Commissioner • AIG probes cops, couple, NSCDC officers, ministry officials   From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The alleged exchange of a new born baby for N25 million or N700,000 at the police clinic of the Ebonyi State police command, Abakaliki the state capital has remained a subject […] The post Controversy lingers over alleged sale of new baby: Police officers, ministry officials sold my baby for N25m, gave me N700,000, woman alleges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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