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30/11/2025

NDLEA uncovers illicit drugs packaged as Christmas cookies, arrests distributors in Lagos

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have uncovered and dismantled a social media network used to distribute illicit substances packaged as imported Christmas cookies and snacks with two masterminds arrested and taken into custody after a raid on their hideout in Lekki area of Lagos.

The drug syndicate run by the duo of Deji Adesanya and Olubiyi Majekodunmi had imported consignments of Canadian Loud, a strong strain of cannabis and a variety of colourful designer sachets with pictures and labels of cookies and snacks printed on them, and used to package the psychoactive substance in retail quantities.

Following credible intelligence about the activities of the syndicate which operates and distributes through a WhatsApp platform, NDLEA operatives on Saturday 22nd November 2025 raided their apartment at Ojulari street, Ikate area of Lekki where a large quantity of the designer sachets and 5kilograms of Loud were recovered from them at the point of their arrest.

NDLEA uncovers illicit drugs packaged as Christmas cookies, arrests distributors in Lagos Operatives of the National Dru...
30/11/2025

NDLEA uncovers illicit drugs packaged as Christmas cookies, arrests distributors in Lagos

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have uncovered and dismantled a social media network used to distribute illicit substances packaged as imported Christmas cookies and snacks with two masterminds arrested and taken into custody after a raid on their hideout in Lekki area of Lagos.

The drug syndicate run by the duo of Deji Adesanya and Olubiyi Majekodunmi had imported consignments of Canadian Loud, a strong strain of cannabis and a variety of colourful designer sachets with pictures and labels of cookies and snacks printed on them, and used to package the psychoactive substance in retail quantities.

Following credible intelligence about the activities of the syndicate which operates and distributes through a WhatsApp platform, NDLEA operatives on Saturday 22nd November 2025 raided their apartment at Ojulari street, Ikate area of Lekki where a large quantity of the designer sachets and 5kilograms of Loud were recovered from them at the point of their arrest.

In another operation in Lagos, NDLEA operatives on Thursday 27th November arrested a 38-year-old drug kingpin Philip Ucheka while taking delivery of 110 pouches of Canadian Loud weighing 55.6kg at Ladipo area of Mushin. At the point of his arrest, three delivery vehicles were also seized from him.

At a courier company in Lagos, 100grams of Loud concealed in teddy bear imported from Thailand were intercepted on Thursday 27th November while a consignment of 548 capsules of tramadol hidden in bottles of Vitamin C and Magnesium going to the United Kingdom were recovered at another logistics firm the following day, Friday 28th November.

In Oyo state, NDLEA officers on patrol along Lagos -Ibadan expressway on Saturday 29th November nabbed a suspect Wasiu Kareem, 55, with 8,000 ampoules of pentazocine injection; 590 bottles of codeine syrup; 1,500 pills of Co-codamol and 9,900 capsules of tramadol.

No fewer than seven suspects were arrested on Monday 24th November when NDLEA operatives raided the Ipe forest in Akoko South East area of Ondo State where they recovered 3,077 kilograms of skunk, a strain of cannabis. Those arrested include: John Ede; Ede Ndubuisi; Ikenna Abe; Eze Chukwuma; Maduabuchi Odo; Nnaji Chudubem and Gorge Okowor.

While Anthony Sylvester, 49, was arrested along Okene/Lokoja highway Kogi state conveying 649kg skunk in a truck on Wednesday 26th November, NDLEA officers at the Seme Special Area Command on Friday 28th November raided a warehouse at Ashipa, Seme border area of Badagry, Lagos where they arrested a suspect Abubakar Shuaibu, 33, with 487 blocks of skunk weighing 243.5kg.

In Kano, Tsalha Alasan, 47, was arrested along Zaria-Kano road with 137kg skunk on Monday 24th November, while three suspects: Godspower Appeal, 50; Ernest Upong, 55; and Godday Chukwudi, 38, were nabbed on Wednesday 26th November with 322 blocks of skunk weighing 209kilograms at Fanshanu village, Toro LGA, Bauchi state. A black Toyota Highlander jeep marked ABJ 533 EA used in conveying the consignment was also recovered from them.

A suspect John Ekojo, 51, was arrested with 210.15kg skunk along Abuja/Jos highway on Saturday 29th November, while a couple: Abdullahi Abubakar, 45, and Jamila Abdullahi, 35, were nabbed along Abuja/Kaduna highway with 725 rounds of 7.62 mm live ammunition concealed in a sack of maize just as another suspect Awwal Sabiu, 20, was caught with 400 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition at Abuja/Kaduna tollgate on Friday 28th November.

With the same vigour, Commands and formations of the Agency across the country continued their War Against Drug Abuse (WADA) sensitization activities to schools, worship centres, work places and communities among others in the past week. These include: WADA sensitization lecture to students and staff of Government Junior Technical School, Kofar Kudu, Kano; Bright Eyes International School, Abakaliki, Ebonyi; dock workers and clearing agents at the Tincan Port, Lagos; Legacy International College, Nsukka, Enugu; and Seatos School, Ikorodu, Lagos, among others.

While commending the officers and men of DOGI, Lagos, Ondo, Oyo, Kogi, Kaduna, Kano, Seme and Bauchi Commands for the various successful operations, Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd) enjoined them and their colleagues across the country to continue with the ongoing balanced approach to the drug control efforts of the Agency.

Tinubu appoints Pedro, Fani-Kayode, Lola Akande, Florence Ajimobi, Reno Omokri, Angelina, Adebayo, Jimoh Ibrahim As Amba...
29/11/2025

Tinubu appoints Pedro, Fani-Kayode, Lola Akande, Florence Ajimobi, Reno Omokri, Angelina, Adebayo, Jimoh Ibrahim As Ambassadors

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent the names of 32 ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for confirmation, days after he sent the first batch of three names.

In two separate letters to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, President Tinubu asked the Senate to consider and confirm expeditiously 15 nominees as career ambassadors and 17 nominees as non-career ambassadors.

There are four women on the career ambassadors’ list and six women on the non-career ambassadors’ list.

Among the non-career ambassador designates are Barrister Ogbonnaya Kalu from Abia, a former presidential aide, Reno Omokri (Delta), former chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmud Yakubu, former Ekiti first lady, Erelu Angela Adebayo, and former Enugu governor, Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi.

Others are Tasiu Musa Maigari, the former speaker of the Katsina House of Assembly, Yakubu N. Gambo, a former Commissioner in Plateau State and former deputy executive secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).

Professor Nora Ladi Daduut, a former senator from Plateau; Otunba Femi Pedro, a former deputy governor of Lagos State; Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, a former aviation minister from Osun State; and Barrister Nkechi Linda Ufochukwu from Anambra State are on the nomination list.

Also on the list are former First Lady of Oyo, Fatima Florence Ajimobi, former Lagos Commissioner, Lola Akande, former Adamawa Senator, Grace Bent, former governor of Abia, Victor Okezie Ikpeazu, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, businessman, lawyer and Senator from Ondo State, and the former ambassador of Nigeria to the Holy See, Ambassador Paul Oga Adikwu from Benue State.

Among the nominees for career ambassador and high commissioner-designates are: Enebechi Monica Okwuchukwu (Abia), Yakubu Nyaku Danladi (Taraba), Miamuna Ibrahim Besto (Adamawa), Musa Musa Abubakar (Kebbi), Syndoph Paebi Endoni (Bayelsa), Chima Geoffrey Lioma David (Ebonyi) and Mopelola Adeola-Ibrahim (Ogun).

29/11/2025

BENUE IDPS: IOM TO BUILD WATER TREATMENT PLANT FOR NAKA IDPS, HOST COMMUNITY.

The International Organisation for Migration(IOM) has plan to construct a Water treatment Plant to purify raw water from Naka Dam for the people of Naka and Internally Displaced Persons taking refuge within the community in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue state.

IOM, head of Sub office, who visited Naka community to inspect the Dam site and to locate where the treatment plant will be sited with the collaboration of Benue State government and the local community, inspected a broken down water treatment plant provided by Victim Support Programmer in company of the council chairman.

She also met with the IDP women and Young girls on the issues of sexual and gender base violence in the IDP camp, called for frequent mother, daughter dialogue. The representative of Sema, says government is planning to build a skill acquisition center to assist the IDPs particularly women and girls.

On the need to sustain dialogue between mother and daughter, IOM created a cooking competition to help each households in the IDP camp, to encourage communication to help the girl child speak out where there are cases of violence within the camp. The women thanked IOM, SEMA and other partners for the effort. Meanwhile the head of IOM sub office in Makurdi, assures that the water Reticulation Plant will be executed within two months.

29/11/2025

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29/11/2025

UNIMAID AT 50: VP shettima says Improved Investment in Education Reflects Renewed Vigour under President Tinubu

Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the improved investment in Nigeria's education sector by the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu reflects the renewed vigour to properly situate the nation in the global knowledge economy. He warned that Nigeria cannot compete globally if its universities remain underfunded, stressing that sustained investment in education is now a core pillar of national development and security under President Tinubu administration. The Vice President reaffirmed the federal government's commitment to transforming Nigeria's education sector through increased funding and comprehensive reforms. He was speaking on Saturday in Maiduguri at a ceremony to mark the 50th anniversary of the University of Maiduguri, Borno State. Speaking on the focus of the administration of President Tinubu, the Vice President said "...the administration has not come to pay lip service to education.

It recognize that the soul of national development lies in what the citizens know, what they can imagine, and what they can create. VP Shettima disclosed that "in the 2025 Budget, education received a total of 3.5 trillion naira, amounting to 7.3 percent of the national budget, an increase from the previous year. Senator Shettima however acknowledged indeed the challenges that have persisted, noting that "for decades, underfunding has weakened the foundations of our education system. International benchmarks recommend that between fifteen and twenty percent of national budgets be devoted to education, yet we have often fallen short. We have fallen short because we are compelled to balance competing national priorities such as security, healthcare, and infrastructure."

Reflecting on the impact of insecurity on education in the North-East, the Vice President recalled that over 500 schools were attacked in Borno State between 2009 and 2021, with thousands of classrooms destroyed and teachers killed or displaced. However, he said the state has staged a remarkable recovery. As at March 2025, 877,777 learners were enrolled in public schools across Borno, with the state committing ₦69.81 billion to education. Over 26,000 students had their WAEC fees paid by the government, while daily school feeding now costs about ₦122 million. Earlier, Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Zulum, said the state government was proud of the legacies of the University of Maiduguri and announced the award of scholarships for further studies to 200 lecturers from the institution.

He said the institution has been instrumental in the state’s human parietal development efforts as well as economic blueprints over the years. In the same vein, Governor Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State who announced a donation of N1.8 billion on behalf of the states in the northeast region for the University's endowment fund, commended efforts aimed at expanding funding sources for the institution through partnerships with the private sector and individuals. For his part, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Maiduguri, Prof. Mohammed Mele, said the anniversary event was a celebration of success, resilience and perseverance in the face of conflict, recalling the challenges faced by the institution due to the insurgency. He sought improved collaboration with the private sector to complement government funding of the institution, in its bid to sustain strides recorded in various fields.

29/11/2025

VP Shettima Seeks Deeper Executive-Legislature Ties, Alignment Of Purpose In Nation-building

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has sought a deeper collaboration between the executive and legislature, saying the two arms of government must work towards aligning their purpose and unshakable resolve to build a Nigeria that works for all the citizens. This, he noted, explains why the relationship between the two arms of government under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu had "been a harmony rooted in leadership, foresight, and collective resolve."

The Vice President stated this in Abuja during a dinner with members of the National Assembly organized by the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa. He said under the Tinubu administration, the nation is currently enjoying the best working relationship between the executive and legislative arms of government since the return of democracy in 1999.

Senator Shettima, however, called for a deeper collaboration between the two arms of government, stating that "the true essence of democracy manifests not only in respecting the Legislature, but in appreciating the indispensable role each arm plays in the architecture of governance.

Earlier, the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, and the speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas said while insecurity was not peculiar to Nigeria, the right measures are being taken to tackle the menace. They assured that the National Assembly is determined and united in supporting the President in addressing security challenges across the country.

For her part, the host of the dinner, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who described the event as a good reunion with her former colleagues in the National Assembly, called for a sustained provision of education to all Nigerian children to enable them thrive.

29/11/2025

Oyo Police Command Assures That Perpetuators of Gender Base Violence Will Be Punish.

The Police Command in Oyo State has assured the citizens of the state and Nigerians in general that perpetrator of gender based violence against children, female won’t go unpunished.

The Area Commander Eruwa command, ACP Ruth Otolorin gave the assurance during a community outreach as part of activities to celebrate 70th anniversary of women in policing on Saturday in Ibadan.

Otolorin, who led the team of women Police in the command to Eleyele market in Ibadan, called on the citizens to expose perpetrator of violence against children, female and others in order to secure the society.

The area commander further called on Nigerians to have attitudinal change about the police for them to serve better.

Atolorin appealed to the female gender to apply for police job, adding that they could rise to any rank in the profession without discrimination, She added that about 10 women are Area Commanders in the Oyo State Police Command.

29/11/2025

Prof Osibanjo Urge Government to End Idp Crisis

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called on the Federal Government to develop a comprehensive national strategy to address Nigeria’s worsening Internally Displaced Persons crisis.

Represented by his former Chief of Staff, Ade Ipaye, at the 10th House of Justice Summit in Kaduna, themed “From Camp to Justice,” Osinbajo said over 3.4 million Nigerians, mostly women and children, are currently displaced by insurgency, communal clashes, and natural disasters.

Prof Yemi Osibanjo has warned that overcrowded IDP camps, malnutrition, and lack of access to education could have long-term consequences if urgent action is not taken. The former vice president commended the House of Justice for focusing the summit on IDPs and urged stakeholders—government, civil society, and international partners—to work together on practical, actionable solutions.

The Chief Executive Officer of the House of Justice and convener of the summit, Gloria Ballason, criticized government policies, saying they priorities the rehabilitation of insurgents over justice for victims. She highlighted widespread displacement and destruction in Kaduna, Plateau, Benue, Zamfara, Niger, and Kwara states, warning that current non-kinetic programmes such as Operation Safe Corridor and DDRR have not curbed violence. The summit also observed a minute of silence for Nigerians killed in attacks and reiterated calls for urgent action on justice, resettlement, and national healing.

NAE Condemns Scrapping Of National LanguageThe Nigerian Academy of Education (NAE) has condemned the Federal Government’...
29/11/2025

NAE Condemns Scrapping Of National Language

The Nigerian Academy of Education (NAE) has condemned the Federal Government’s decision to scrap the National Language Policy and urged Education Minister Maruf Alausa to restore mother tongue as the medium of instruction at early schooling levels.

In a statement signed by its President, Emeritus Prof. Olugbemiro Jegede, and Secretary General, Prof. Chris Chukwurah, the Academy argued that overwhelming evidence supports early learning in indigenous languages.

It referenced initiatives such as the Ife Six-Year Project and recent bilingual education studies, noting that pupils who begin education in their native languages perform better academically and demonstrate stronger cultural grounding, even in English.

It called for immediate reinstatement of the policy, supported by teacher training, adequate instructional materials, stakeholder engagement and regular evidence-based evaluation to safeguard literacy and protect national heritage.

In a separate statement, the Academy decried the resurgence of school attacks by terrorists, warning that Nigeria’s education system is under siege as repeated invasions have left thousands of learners abducted, hundreds killed, many injured and scores still missing.

The NAE urged government and security agencies to provide full protection for learners and personnel, enforce penalties against perpetrators, strengthen intelligence coordination and deliver trauma care and support to affected families.

29/11/2025

Nigeria Needs Accurate Data - UNICEF, NBS

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) have said Nigeria needs accurate data for effective planning, policy dialogue and programme designs in a bid to improve the lives of children, women, and households.BThe disclosure was made at the flag-off ceremony of the seventh round of the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS7), held in Ibadan, Oyo State, for the South West Zone.

The UNICEF's Programme and Social Policy Manager, Muhammad Okorie; Statistician-General of the Federation and Chief Executive Officer of NBS, Prince Adeyemi Adeniran; as well ss National Consultant for MICS 7, Dr. Isiaka Olarewaju, emphasised the importance of accurate data in their messages at the occasion.

The survey, which is being led by the National and South West States Bureau of Statistics in collaboration with UNICEF and other partners, will commence on December 3, 2025, and end by the end of March 2026. It was officially flagged off by the Statistician-General of the Federation for Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Osun, Ondo, and Ekiti States.

Right Group Raises Alarm over Digital Violence against Women, Girls.The Network for Justice and Inclusion Foundation (NJ...
29/11/2025

Right Group Raises Alarm over Digital Violence against Women, Girls.

The Network for Justice and Inclusion Foundation (NJIF) has raised an alarm over the increasing wave of digital violence targeting women and girls across Nigeria. Digital violence.

The body in a statement signed by its Convener and Executive Director, Toritseju Ikime, expressed concerns over increasing rate of digital violence such as trolling, online harassment, Cyber bullying, hate speech, impersonation among others.

It added that these online abuses are not just harmful but are crimes punishable under the law and called on technology companies to enforce stricter safety standards, remove harmful content promptly, strengthen reporting systems, and invest in digital safety education.

NJIF also urged government agencies, schools, communities, and development partners to work together in promoting digital literacy, responsible online behavior, and safe spaces for survivors to report and receive support.

The Network for Justice and Inclusion Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to justice, inclusion, and the protection of women and children and called for collective action to unite and end digital violence in all its forms.

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