NDLEA intercepts cocaine, ketamine, and skunk in major operations across Lagos, Oyo, Borno, and other states. 22 Indian crew members and a female kingpin arrested. Read the full details of the agency's crackdown.
Venezuela's Supreme Court appoints Delcy Rodríguez as acting president after US forces detain Nicolás Maduro. Trump announces US oversight. Read the full details.
An Indian analyst, Aravind, accurately forecast the US-led removal of Venezuela's Maduro and seizure of oil. Read his chilling predictions and the geopolitical fallout.
President Trump announces US oil firms will take over Venezuela's energy sector following the capture of President Maduro. Read the full details of the dramatic regime change.
Economist Kalu Aja warns US intervention in Venezuela may flood oil market, pressuring prices and jeopardising Nigeria's $64 per barrel 2026 budget benchmark. Read the full analysis.
US forces capture Venezuelan President Maduro in a military raid. Trump says the US will now 'run' the country and exploit its oil. Read the full story and international reactions.
Venezuela holds the world's largest oil reserves but ranks 58th in GDP. Discover why its vast natural wealth hasn't translated into global power. Read the full analysis.
The US has indicted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on terrorism and drug charges following a military strike. Attorney General Pamela Bondi confirms the charges. Read full details and public reactions here.
US President Trump confirms Venezuelan leader Maduro's capture. EU, Russia, Brazil condemn US military action. Read the latest on this major geopolitical crisis.
US President Donald Trump announces the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a Caracas operation. Details on the military escalation and regional implications.
US forces capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a Delta Force operation. President Trump announces the strike as Venezuela declares a national emergency. Full details inside.
Tensions soar as US military strikes hit Venezuela's capital, Caracas. President Maduro declares a national emergency and mobilises forces. Full details and eyewitness accounts inside.
NCS Comptroller-General Bashir Adeniyi calls for lawful conduct in 2026 as operatives intercept N24.3 million worth of donkey skins in Bauchi. Shun smuggling, support legal trade.
NDLEA and Customs intercept 30.1kg of cocaine hidden on a Marshall Islands vessel at Lagos's Apapa Port. This marks the third major drug bust in weeks. Read more.
Nigeria Customs and NDLEA intercept 30.1kg of cocaine concealed on a vessel at Lagos's Apapa Port. A major victory in the fight against drug trafficking. Read the full story.
Nigerian authorities intercept 30.1kg of cocaine hidden on a Marshall Islands-flagged vessel at Lagos's Apapa Port. This marks the third major drug bust in weeks. Read the full details.
NDLEA Ogun State Command arrests Fatokun Rahmon, 49, for storing 347kg of cannabis sativa in a Rounda warehouse. The agency also reports major 2025 seizures and convictions. Read the full details.
A suspected notorious drug peddler was killed during a police raid in Katsina after he stabbed an officer. The operation led to the recovery of illicit drugs. Read the full details.
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.
US President Donald Trump confirms the US will retain crude oil and tankers seized near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on President Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
NDLEA operatives arrest Simbiat Shodunke, a key syndicate member, with 23.5kg of cocaine hidden in her kids' room in Lagos. Agency intercepts Italy-bound opioids in nationwide crackdown.
The US Coast Guard is actively pursuing another sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela, intensifying pressure on Caracas's oil sector. This follows the recent seizure of the 'Centuries' tanker. Get the latest details.
NDLEA operatives arrest a key female drug cartel member in Lagos, recovering 23.50kg of cocaine worth over N5 billion from her children's room. Read the full story of the ongoing crackdown.
Nigeria Customs Service deploys new tracking technology nationwide, intercepts 20 containers worth N769.5m in Kano. Read how tech is fighting economic sabotage.
US President Donald Trump declines to rule out war with Venezuela, amid naval build-up and tanker seizures. Tensions rise over oil, China ties, and Maduro's regime. Read the full analysis.
Niger State NDLEA commander reveals over 100 convictions and massive drug seizures from Jan-Nov 2025. Public intelligence key to success. Read the full report.
Nigeria Customs Service in Ogun intercepts heroin, cannabis, spaghetti, and oil worth billions in major crackdown. Read details of the intelligence-led operations.
A new US blockade on Venezuelan oil shipments could slash production and halve exports, pushing the economy deeper into crisis. Experts warn of severe impacts.
NDLEA secures a 14-day court order to detain MV San Anthonio and its international crew after seizing 25.5kg of cocaine at Apapa port. Agency vows to block Nigeria's use as a drug hub.
US President Donald Trump announces a maritime blockade on Venezuela, demanding the return of oil and land he claims were stolen. Get the full details on this escalating crisis.