Teacher, wife arrested with 4.7 tonnes of marijuana
NDLEA arrests Cross River teacher and wife for possessing 360 bags of marijuana weighing 4.706 tonnes. Suspects claim drugs belonged to absconded tenant. Investigation ongoing.
NDLEA arrests Cross River teacher and wife for possessing 360 bags of marijuana weighing 4.706 tonnes. Suspects claim drugs belonged to absconded tenant. Investigation ongoing.
Kwara State University of Education mandates ₦7,500 NDLEA drug test for admission clearance, sparking student protests over additional costs amid economic hardship.
The Alaafin of Oyo praises NDLEA chairman Mohammed Marwa's reappointment, highlighting his anti-drug achievements and exemplary public service record. Read more about this recognition.
NDLEA Edo intercepts two buses with 1,455kg of cannabis. The drug cartel abandoned the vehicles and fled. Commander Ofoyeju vows to intensify the fight against drug trafficking.
NDLEA operatives intercept two Sienna buses carrying 1,455kg of cannabis in Edo State. Traffickers abandoned vehicles and fled. Commander issues stern warning to drug cartels.
NDLEA operatives recover 1,455kg of cannabis after traffickers abandon two Sienna buses in Edo State. Commander Mitchell Ofoyeju warns drug cartels as investigation continues.
NDLEA operatives arrest wanted drug baron Frank Chijioke Ibemesi in Lagos, seizing 1,762kg of cannabis. A separate syndicate in Osun State also busted. Read the full story.
NDLEA Chairman Marwa warns drug cartels of a tougher crackdown after his reappointment by President Tinubu. New rehab centres and drug tests for students are planned.
NDLEA Chairman Brig Gen Mohamed Buba Marwa warns drug traffickers to repent or face arrest, asset seizure and jail. Agency plans seven new rehab centers in 2025.
NDLEA boss Brig. Gen. Mohamed Marwa begins second term with stern warning to drug traffickers. Assets will be confiscated, arrests made in intensified war on drugs.
President Tinubu renews Marwa's tenure as NDLEA chairman for five years. Agency strengthens maritime surveillance after UK training. Ogun Governor applauds appointment.
Nigeria Customs FOU Zone C intercepts 77.5kg of cannabis and 8.6kg of Canadian loud in Owerri. Handed to NDLEA for investigation. Read about the drug bust.
Complete guide to NDLEA salaries in 2025. Discover monthly pay for SSCE, OND, NCE and graduate holders, plus allowances and benefits. Learn entry requirements.
NDLEA enhances maritime surveillance capabilities after officers complete intensive UK training program. Learn how this collaboration will combat drug trafficking through Nigerian ports.
President Tinubu reappoints Brigadier-General Buba Marwa as NDLEA Chairman for another 5-year term. Discover 7 important facts about his military and governance career.
President Tinubu reappoints Brigadier-General Mohammed Buba Marwa as NDLEA chairman following successful first term with 73,000 arrests. Read more about his achievements.
NDLEA Edo Command arrests 39 suspects, seizes 2,477.59kg of narcotics, and destroys cannabis farms. Read about the agency's relentless fight against drug trafficking.
Regina Daniels' brother, Sammy West, has been released on bail. The Daniels family thanks Nigerians for support and accuses Senator Ned Nwoko of influencing the arrest and pushing the case to the NDLEA.
Residents of a rural Kogi community rejoice as new borehole project ends decades of water scarcity, bringing hope and improved health to families.
Prominent Lagos socialite and nightclub supervisor faces serious drug charges as NDLEA cracks down on illicit substance distribution in upscale venues.
Nigerian drug enforcement agency intensifies campaign against drug abuse among students in Cross River State, highlighting dangers and consequences of substance abuse.
Governor Ahmed Ododo announces Friday as public holiday across Kogi State for comprehensive environmental sanitation, urging full citizen participation.
Residents of Adogu community in Ajaokuta, Kogi State celebrate as new water project ends years of water scarcity, bringing hope and improved health to families.
Cross River State Government and NDLA issue strong warning to students about severe consequences of drug abuse and social vices during school sensitization program.
NDLEA operatives have dismantled 75 drug joints across Kaduna State, arresting more than 100 suspects in a major crackdown on illicit substances.
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted a woman allegedly transporting ammunition to bandits in Zamfara state. The suspect was caught with 756 rounds of live ammunition concealed in her luggage.
Kogi State vigilantes apprehend a kidnapper who squandered millions in ransom money on lavish parties, hard drugs, and commercial s3x workers in shocking spending spree.
Nigeria's drug enforcement agency exposes dangerous fake medicinal cannabis operation, seizes massive consignment and arrests mastermind in major nationwide crackdown.
Nigerian drug enforcement agency warns public about sophisticated criminal network disguising illegal cannabis as medicinal products while arresting kingpin in major operation.
Armed assailants unleash violence in Kogi community, leaving two dead and one fighting for life. Security concerns escalate as residents demand immediate government intervention.