27 h. ago Stakeholders raise alarm over rising drug abuse among youths, harp on legal reforms

Stakeholders including hundreds of civil society groups, rights group and government agencies have raised fresh concerns over Nigeria’s growing drug read more Stakeholders raise alarm over rising drug abuse among youths, harp on legal reforms

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6 d. ago Drug abuse prevention day: Why prevention is always better than cure

Tribune Online Drug abuse prevention day: Why prevention is always better than cure Drug abuse includes the use of any drug or medication for recreational purposes or to feel good, help with sleep, etc. They may have been originally prescribed drugs (medications) for pain, such as following accidents with serious injuries such as Tramadol. They may also be illegal drugs such as cannabis (Indian hemp) or cocaine and […] Drug abuse prevention day: Why prevention is always better than cure Tribune Online

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7 d. ago NDLEA seized over 200 million Tramadol pills, arrested 95 drug barons in one year — Marwa

By Philip Nwosu The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig. Gen. Buba Marwa (Rtd), has revealed that the agency seized over 200 million pills of Tramadol and arrested 95 drug barons in the past year as part of its intensified war against drug trafficking and abuse in Nigeria. Speaking during the […] The post NDLEA seized over 200 million Tramadol pills, arrested 95 drug barons in one year — Marwa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago HURIWA seeks death sentence for kidnapping, decries rising wave of kidnappings, organ harvesting

From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for the death penalty for terrorism offences, expressing alarm over the rising wave of kidnappings and organ harvesting in Nigeria. The group is advocating sweeping reforms in national security and the enactment of enforceable legal frameworks to address the crisis. In […] The post HURIWA seeks death sentence for kidnapping, decries rising wave of kidnappings, organ harvesting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Stakeholders slam regulatory overlap as wrecks litter Nigeria’s waterways

By Steve Agbota                                    styvenchy@yahoo.com    Stakeholders in Nigeria’s maritime industry have raised the alarm over the persistent presence of wrecks and derelicts littering key waterways, calling it a major threat to safety and navigability. They expressed concern over […] The post Stakeholders slam regulatory overlap as wrecks litter Nigeria’s waterways appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago APM Terminals, NDLEA strengthen alliance against drug trafficking in Lagos Ports

Tribune Online APM Terminals, NDLEA strengthen alliance against drug trafficking in Lagos Ports In a strong demonstration of public-private partnership, APM Terminals Apapa has joined forces with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) to combat drug abuse and trafficking within Nigeria’s port corridors, particularly in Apapa and Tin Can Island. APM Terminals, NDLEA strengthen alliance against drug trafficking in Lagos Ports Tribune Online

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1 week ago Hijrah Organisation Decries Prevalence Of Drug Abuse In Kwara

The Hijrah Islamic Organisation of Nigeria ( HION) has decried the high prevalence of drug abuse in Kwara State. The Islamic body said drug abuse was no longer limited to youths, but spreading. The national chairman of Hijrah Islamic Organisation, Prof . Badmas Yusuf, raised the alarm at an event organised to mark the 1447 […]

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1 week ago Lagos Waterfront Maiden Summit Will Curb Waterways Danger – Alebiosu

Amid unbridled illegal dredging and land reclamation activities on its waterways, Lagos State government said it has concluded plans to hold a maiden stakeholders summit to raise awareness on imminent dangers in the nefarious act. The state’s commissioner for waterfront infrastructure development, Hon. Dayo Bush Alebiosu who disclosed this to LEADERSHIP Sunday in Lagos, said […]

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1 week ago World Drug Day: Drug Abuse Fueling Mental Health Disorders, Crime – Pharmacists

The Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has warned that the rising tide of drug abuse in the country is fueling a surge in mental health disorders, crime, school dropouts, and family breakdowns, posing a grave threat to the country’s development. The National Chairman of ACPN, Pharm. Ezeh Ambrose Igwekamma, in a statement to […]

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1 week ago WDD: Pharmacists Urge UniAbuja Students To Prioritise Academics Over Drug Abuse

To commemorate World Drug Day, the Association of Hospital and Administrative Pharmacists of Nigeria (AHAPN), Abuja Branch, has sensitised students of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) on the dangers of drug abuse. The event, themed “Breaking the Chains: Prevention, Treatment, and Recovery for All,” aimed to educate students from the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences on […]

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1 week ago First Lady urges Nigerians to invest in prevention on International Day Against Drug Abuse

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja First Lady of Nigeria Oluremi Tinubu, in marking the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, has called on all Nigerians to unite in the fight against drug abuse and organised crime. Speaking on the theme, “The evidence is clear: invest in prevention. Break the cycle.” the First Lady emphasised […] The post First Lady urges Nigerians to invest in prevention on International Day Against Drug Abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Osun, NDLEA organise sensitisation programme on dangers of drug abuse

Tribune Online Osun, NDLEA organise sensitisation programme on dangers of drug abuse He urged young people to reject drugs and make informed choices, saying that breaking the cycle of addiction starts with awareness and early intervention. Osun, NDLEA organise sensitisation programme on dangers of drug abuse Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NDLEA arrests 129 suspects, seizes 280kg illicit drugs in Kogi

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 129 suspects and seized 280kg of illicit drugs in last six months in Kogi. Mr Umar Yahuza, State NDLEA Commander, made the disclosure during a news conference in commemoration of the United Nations’ Day against Drug Abuse in Lokoja on Tuesday. According to Yahuza, the feat […] The post NDLEA arrests 129 suspects, seizes 280kg illicit drugs in Kogi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NDLEA Arrests 312 Drug Suspects, Seizes Over 800kg Narcotics In Akwa Ibom

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Akwa Ibom State has arrested 312 suspects and seized a total of 803.672 kilograms of drugs between June 2024 and May 2025. The state commander, Mrs. Obot Bassey, revealed this on Tuesday during a press briefing in Uyo to mark the 2025 International Day Against Drug Abuse […] The post NDLEA Arrests 312 Drug Suspects, Seizes Over 800kg Narcotics In Akwa Ibom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NDLEA Busts Drug Syndicates In Edo, Seizes Over 53,000kg Cannabis

The Edo State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has announced the seizure of illicit drugs valued at ₦777 million over the past six months. The state commander, Mitchell Ofoyeju, made the disclosure during a press briefing in Benin City ahead of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. Ofoyeju […] The post NDLEA Busts Drug Syndicates In Edo, Seizes Over 53,000kg Cannabis appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Police Warn Against Jungle Justice, Cultism, Drug Abuse In Ebonyi

The new Area Commander of the Afikpo Police Area Command, ACP Ifeanyi Owo has warned residents of Afikpo and Edda local government areas against jungle justice, cultism as well as intra and communal clashes or drug abuse. ACP Owo gave the warming during a security summit held in Afikpo as part of his efforts to […]

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2 w. ago Benue Killings: Kogi Stakeholders Warn On Threat To Food Security

Stakeholders in Kogi State have raised serious concern over the escalating violence in Benue State, and urged the federal government to act decisively to end the killings and avert a  national food crisis. The concern was raised during a reception in honour of the Kogi State Head of Service, (HoS), Elijah Evinemi, in Lokoja, organised  […]

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2 w. ago Army officers trained on warrior ethos, trauma recovery, drug abuse

Tribune Online Army officers trained on warrior ethos, trauma recovery, drug abuse "The warrior ethos embodies a deep sense of commitment, an intangible force that inspires soldiers to give their best in any situation. Army officers trained on warrior ethos, trauma recovery, drug abuse Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Lagos First Lady, NDLEA, others intensify awareness campaign to combat drug abuse

By Lukman Olabiyi The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has emphasized the importance of awareness campaigns as a critical tool in the fight against drug abuse and illicit trafficking. She made this known while flagging off an awareness campaign at Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo Campus, in commemoration of the 2025 International […] The post Lagos First Lady, NDLEA, others intensify awareness campaign to combat drug abuse appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse

Tribune Online NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse "We shall intensify our War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) social advocacy initiatives to further support families, schools, communities. NDLEA calls for public, states’ active participation in fight against substance abuse Tribune Online

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