3 d. ago NDLEA Arrests Drug Kingpin ‘Warri kinsman’ Over Drug Shipment

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a notorious drug kingpin, Ajetsibo Emami, popularly known as ‘Warri Kinsman’. Emami was arrested on Saturday June 28, in Ikeja, Lagos after NDLEA operatives dismantled his drug trafficking network in a three-day operation leading to the arrest of three other suspects. The NDLEA recovered […]

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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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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 Senate condemns surge in bandit attacks, demands modern approach to National Security

The Senate on Thursday expressed grave concern over the increasing wave of attacks by armed bandits, which have led to read more Senate condemns surge in bandit attacks, demands modern approach to National Security

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1 week ago Bauchi: NDLEA arrests 127 drug offenders, seizes 1,205.174 kilograms of drugs

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Bauchi State Command, has arrested 127 suspected drug offenders and seized 1,205.174 kilograms of various illicit drugs from January 2025 to June 2025. This was disclosed by the State Commander, Ali Aminu, in a press statement to commemorate the 2025 International Day Against Drug […] The post Bauchi: NDLEA arrests 127 drug offenders, seizes 1,205.174 kilograms of drugs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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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 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 Zamfara Govt to partner Morocco for educational transformation

From John Bassey, Gusau The Government of Zamfara state under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal has directed the Ministry of Religious Affairs to visit Morocco in order to study the model and approach used in transforming traditional Tsangaya schools into modern educational institutions. In a statement issued by the information officer of the Ministry […] The post Zamfara Govt to partner Morocco for educational transformation 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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3 w. ago World Drug Day: NDLEA vows to intensify fight against barons, traffickers with modern approach 

As Marwa, UNODC calls for public support    From Godwin Tsa, Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has vowed to intensify it’s fight against illicit drugs and banned substances with modern approach to the enforcement of drug laws. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brig Gen […] The post World Drug Day: NDLEA vows to intensify fight against barons, traffickers with modern approach  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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