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Ex-Convict Re-Arrested Over UK-Bound Cocaine in Starch

NDLEA arrests a previously convicted drug trafficker, Nwobodo Chidiebere Basil, and three cargo agents over 1.50kg cocaine hidden in liquid starch sachets bound for the UK from Lagos airport. Read the full story.

INTERPOL Arrests Nigerian Man at Abuja Airport

INTERPOL has arrested a Nigerian businessman at Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja. Details remain scarce as photos spark online comparisons to Hushpuppi. Read the full story.

Man Walks from Asaba Airport Over N30k Taxi Charge

A Nigerian visitor chose to trek to his hotel after a taxi driver at Asaba Airport quoted a shocking N30,000 for a short ride. His viral story sparks outrage over airport transport exploitation.

Officer Assaults Man at Asake's OAU Helicopter

An airport official faces backlash after a video shows him assaulting a young man who posed beside the helicopter that flew singer Asake to OAU. Nigerians demand sanctions.

Woman fakes kidnap, extorts ₦2.5m from husband

Lagos police arrest a 26-year-old woman and accomplice for staging her own abduction to extort money from her husband. Full investigation details revealed. Report any suspicious activity to the police.

Boy Fakes Kidnapping, Extorts N1.7m from Mother

Lagos police arrest five suspects, including a 15-year-old boy, for staging a fake kidnapping to extort N1.7 million ransom from his mother. Full details of the elaborate scam revealed.

Greg Biffle, Family Die in Plane Crash

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children tragically died in a plane crash in North Carolina. Read the full story and tributes.

Ibom Air International Flights Start April 2026

Ibom Air is set to commence international operations from Victor Attah Airport, Uyo, in April 2026. The move follows key upgrades and marks a major milestone for Akwa Ibom State's aviation sector.

Elderly man arrested for defrauding ATBUTH patient

ATBUTH Bauchi's SERVICOM unit arrested an impostor who swindled a gunshot victim's relatives of N45,000. Management warns the public against fraudsters and reiterates zero tolerance for extortion. Report any suspicious activity.

Reps Committee Denies Extorting JAMB, Refunds N62.7M

The House of Representatives committee has denied allegations of extorting JAMB, revealing it refunded N62.7 million twice. Get the full details on the oversight controversy and the cleared air.

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