Author: Adeniyi Daniel
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted 2,188,900 pills of tramadol 250mg destined for Kano State in three intelligence-led operations, dismantling a major transnational drug trafficking network that smuggled the illicit consignments through Togo and the Benin Republic into Nigeria. The seizures followed sustained surveillance by NDLEA operatives, who tracked three long trailers transporting the drugs in specially fabricated compartments beneath their cargo floors. The Director of Media and Advocacy, NDLEA, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, saying the latest seizures were linked to the same transnational syndicate operating along the Togo-Benin Republic-Nigeria trafficking corridor.…
The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has praised the courage and professionalism of operatives involved in the successful rescue of seven teachers and 39 pupils kidnapped in Oyo State, while honouring a police sergeant who died during the 56-day operation. The operatives, drawn from the Nigeria Police Force Special Intervention Squad (SIS) and the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT), were formally received by the Inspector-General at the Force Headquarters, Abuja, following the successful conclusion of the high-risk rescue operation in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State. The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anietie Iniedu, disclosed this in a…
A Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, has ordered the final forfeiture of 52 terrace and maisonette housing units located in the Lekki area of the state to the Federal Government, ruling that the properties were reasonably suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities. Justice Alexandra Owoeye delivered the judgment on Wednesday after granting an application filed by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The affected properties, situated at Mercyville Estate, Covenant Way, off New Road, Ilasan, Lekki, were recovered from Fielddreams Limited, Ifeanyi Nweke and Amex Savings and Loans Limited. The…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has declared an alleged drug kingpin, Nnamuka Kelvin Uchenna, popularly known as Odogwu, and three associates wanted over their alleged involvement in operating a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory, while freezing ₦9.84 billion linked to the syndicate and securing interim forfeiture of multi-billion-naira assets. The three other suspects declared wanted are Emmanuella Chinonso Iroka, Nnamuka Ifeanyi Kingsley and Ekechi Franklin Chijioke, also known as Ekene Okwunaga. The NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, disclosed this in a statement on Friday, saying the suspects were declared wanted pursuant to an order granted by Justice…
The Chairman/GCEO of Adron Group, Aare Adetola Emmanuelking, KOF, has joined eminent Nigerians in celebrating the First Lady of Ogun State, Her Excellency, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, on the occasion of her 60th birthday, describing her as “an icon of courage, compassion and charisma whose life continues to inspire hope, uplift humanity and exemplify purposeful public service.” In a goodwill message jointly signed by Aare Emmanuelking and his wife, Olori Aderonke Emmanuelking, the Adron Homes boss paid glowing tribute to the First Lady’s enduring legacy, noting that her six decades have been defined by commitment to humanity, exemplary leadership, and a…
The Kogi State Government has confirmed the rescue of the four persons abducted during the recent attack on an unauthorised examination centre in Olowa, Dekina Local Government Area, following a coordinated operation involving multiple security agencies. The victims, comprising a school principal, a National Examinations Council (NECO) official and two students, were rescued after security operatives intensified a search-and-rescue mission ordered by Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo. The Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, disclosed the development in a statement on Thursday, attributing the successful operation to the combined efforts of the Nigerian Army, the Department of State Services (DSS),…
gun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday paid glowing tribute to his wife, Mrs. Bamidele Abiodun, describing her as a compassionate and selfless leader whose unwavering commitment to humanity has positively impacted countless lives, as she celebrated her 60th birthday. Speaking during a thanksgiving service held in Lagos to commemorate the First Lady’s diamond jubilee, the governor expressed gratitude to God for preserving her life and granting her the grace to attain the milestone. Governor Abiodun described his wife as a dependable life partner whose steadfast support, wise counsel and commitment to family have remained a constant source of…
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has approved the extension of the one-day-off-duty work palliative for eligible public and civil servants, as well as the payment of a ₦10,000 monthly transport allowance for an additional three months, covering July to September 2026. The measures are aimed at cushioning the impact of rising transportation costs on workers while enhancing service delivery across the state’s public service. It will be recalled that Governor Abiodun had earlier approved the palliatives for public and civil servants for the period of April to June 2026 in response to the increase in the pump price of…
The Lagos State Government has released the harmonised 2026/2027 academic calendar for all public and private primary and secondary schools across the state. According to a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mrs. Abisola Dokunmu-Adegbite, the calendar was finalised following extensive consultations with education stakeholders led by the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, through the Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA). The statement said the approved calendar outlines school resumption dates, mid-term breaks, examination periods and holidays to enable schools, teachers, parents and students to plan effectively throughout the academic…
The National President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Mrs. Olufunmilola Disu, has provided emergency financial and food support to struggling police families after an unannounced visit exposed the harsh economic realities confronting widows, traders and spouses of police officers in barracks across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Aniete Iniedu, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday, saying the two-day welfare outreach, conducted on July 14 and 15, covered the Area C Police Barracks, Nyanya, and the 44 Police Mobile Force (PMF) Barracks, Kuje, ahead of the forthcoming POWA National Convention. According…