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Maduro Denies US Drug, Weapons Charges in Court

Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores plead not guilty in a Manhattan court after a dramatic capture. The case ignites a major US-Venezuela political clash. Read the full details.

Deposed Venezuelan Leader Maduro Pleads Not Guilty in US

Nicolas Maduro, the deposed Venezuelan president, has pleaded not guilty to US federal drug trafficking charges. He declared his innocence and insisted he remains Venezuela's legitimate leader. Read the full courtroom details.

Woman Calls Out Vendors Over Illegal VAT Charges

A Nigerian woman raises alarm over vendors illegally charging 'VAT' on everyday purchases. She shares shocking examples and calls for government intervention. Read her full story.

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.

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.

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.

Ngige storms APC meeting after Kuje prison release

Former Minister Chris Ngige makes a dramatic appearance at an APC caucus meeting in Abuja just hours after being granted bail from Kuje Correctional Centre on corruption charges. Details inside.

Benin jails 30 over failed coup attempt

Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.

Court Defers Ruling on Chris Ngige's Bail Plea

A Federal Capital Territory High Court has postponed its decision on former Labour Minister Chris Ngige's bail request. Ngige faces EFCC charges over alleged N2.2bn contract fraud. Read the latest details.

Doctor charged with sex attacks on 38 patients

Ex-doctor Nathaniel Spencer faces charges for alleged sexual assaults on 38 patients, including children. He will appear in court in January 2026. Read the full details.

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