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Doctor Reacts to Regina Daniels' Drug Test Controversy

A medical doctor dismisses claims that Regina Daniels' negative drug test was manipulated. The actress took the test to clear her name amid allegations from her husband, Ned Nwoko. Read the full story and public reactions here.

Drug Smugglers Arrested at Kano Court

Kano Correctional Service arrests two for attempting to smuggle Indian hemp to inmates at Nomansland Court. Suspects handed to NDLEA. Read the full story.

Yusuf's Grand 2026 New Year Countdown in Kano

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf ushered in 2026 with hundreds of thousands at Kano's Mahaha Square. He pledged renewed development, youth empowerment, and unity for the state. Read more.

NDLEA arrests 22 Indians, seizes drugs in coffee, books

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.

NDLEA Niger Rehabilitates 299 Drug Addicts in 2025

Niger State NDLEA Command successfully rehabilitated 299 drug addicts and arrested 125 dealers in 2025. Commander Gwadabawa credits officers' dedication and calls for more logistics support.

Yusuf Signs N1.477 Trillion 2026 Budget in Kano

Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed a record N1.477 trillion 2026 budget into law. The 'Budget of Infrastructure and Consolidation' focuses on education, health, and capital projects. Read details.

Kano Governor Signs ₦1.477 Trillion 2026 Budget

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed the amended ₦1.477 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill for Kano State, prioritizing capital projects to improve living standards and infrastructure.

Hisbah arrests 9 over 'good evening' activities in Kano

Kano State Hisbah Board operatives have arrested eight teenage girls and one young man for alleged involvement in 'good evening' street activities. The suspects were nabbed in coordinated end-of-year raids. Read full details.

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.

Two Kano State Lawmakers Die Within Hours

Kano State House of Assembly plunged into mourning as Hon. Aminu Saad Ungogo and Hon. Sarki Aliyu Daneji died within hours on December 24, 2025. Read the full story.

Two Kano State Assembly Members Die Within Hours

Kano State is in mourning after the sudden deaths of two serving House of Assembly members, Hon. Aminu Sa’adu and Hon. Sarki Aliyu Daneji, on Wednesday, December 24. Details emerge.

Nigerian Woman Arrested in India with Cocaine in Bread

A 29-year-old Nigerian woman, Olajide Esther, was arrested in Bengaluru, India, for smuggling 121 grams of cocaine concealed inside sliced bread. Police seized the drugs worth Rs 65 lakh and arrested the intended recipient. Read the full details.

NDLEA nabs female drug lord, seizes N5bn cocaine

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.

Fire Destroys Sabuwar Lale Furniture Market in Kano

A devastating fire has razed the Sabuwar Lale furniture market in Kano, destroying dozens of shops and goods worth millions of naira. Traders are counting losses and pleading for government assistance. Read the full report.

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