Police Arrest 22, Recover Arms, Drugs Nationwide
Nigeria Police arrest 22 suspects for crimes including kidnapping and armed robbery. Firearms, vehicles, and illicit drugs recovered in major nationwide operations. Read details.
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Pfizer Shares Fall on Weak 2026 Profit Outlook
Pfizer shares tumbled after the drugmaker projected flat revenues and lower profits for 2026, citing declining Covid-19 sales and heavy investment in new products like weight-loss drugs.
Bauchi Police Hand Over Suspected Drug Dealer to NDLEA
Bauchi Police arrest Ogbu Simon with 161kg of illicit drugs valued at N12.2 million. Suspect handed to NDLEA for prosecution. Read about the community-led operation.
Doctor Arrested for Aiding Kwara Kidnappers
Security forces in Kwara State have detained a medical doctor suspected of transporting drugs to kidnapping gangs. The arrest in Jebba highlights the gangs' desperation for medical aid after clashes. Read the full report.
HIV Progress in Nigeria Threatened by Stigma, Funding Cuts
Nigeria's HIV success story is fragile. Stigma, donor dependency & treatment disruptions risk reversing decades of progress. Can local investment save the day?
NNS BEECROFT Intercepts 172kg of Illicit Drugs
Nigerian Navy Ship BEECROFT has intercepted and handed over 172kg of Cannabis sativa to the NDLEA. The seizure highlights ongoing efforts to secure Nigeria's maritime domain. Read more.
Pharmacists Demand Local HIV Drug Manufacturing
Nigeria's community pharmacists call for urgent local investment in HIV/AIDS commodities and services to reduce dependence on external donors and protect recent gains in the fight against the epidemic.
Bauchi treats 29,874 HIV patients, AHF campaigns in Keffi
Bauchi State provides ART to 29,874 HIV patients, scaling up to 863 facilities. Meanwhile, AIDS Healthcare Foundation launches a sensitisation campaign in Keffi, Nasarawa State, to combat the virus. Read more on the dual efforts this World AIDS Day.
Taraba commits to ending HIV/AIDS by 2030
Taraba State pledges sustained investment and community action to achieve zero new HIV infections by 2030. Dr. Bako Ali Istifanus reveals 2.9% prevalence and over 50,310 on treatment. Join the fight.
Plateau records 1,910 new HIV cases in 9 months
Plateau State reports 1,910 new HIV infections from January to September 2025. Commissioner reveals 51,370 people living with HIV, urges testing and treatment expansion.
NDLEA arrests drug dealers hiding cannabis in cookies
NDLEA uncovers sophisticated drug network distributing Canadian Loud cannabis disguised as Christmas cookies through WhatsApp. Multiple arrests made across Nigeria in major crackdown.
WHO calls for renewed HIV commitment in Africa
WHO urges African leaders to safeguard HIV progress as funding disruptions threaten decades of gains. New tools like Lenacapavir offer hope for transforming prevention efforts across the continent.
Lagos: 160,000 Residents Living With HIV
Lagos State reveals 160,000 residents are living with HIV, with 147,466 receiving treatment. Health officials provide update during World AIDS Day briefing.
95% on HIV treatment in Nigeria can't transmit virus
NACA reports 95% of Nigerians on HIV treatment have achieved viral suppression, preventing transmission. Nigeria advances local ARV production to sustain its HIV response. Read more.
Ogun Records Significant HIV/AIDS Reduction - Commissioner
Ogun State reports major HIV/AIDS progress: 30,000 on free ARVs, 96% status awareness. Commissioner Coker reveals targets for 2030 elimination. Read the breakthrough.
Michelle Obama's Weight Loss Sparks Ozempic Rumors
Michelle Obama's new photoshoot with Annie Leibovitz has ignited social media speculation about Ozempic use for her slimmer figure. Discover the full story and public reaction here.
NDLEA nabs 230 suspects, seizes drugs in Kano
NDLEA Kano intercepts 230 suspects and illicit substances in a major 30-day crackdown. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targeted drug hotspots, reducing crime. Read more.
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.
Daily Pill Aids 10% Weight Loss in New Study
A new daily weight loss pill from Eli Lilly shows promise in helping people lose significant body weight without injections. Learn about this potential game-changer for obesity treatment in Nigeria.
NAFDAC destroys N20bn fake products in Ibadan
NAFDAC destroys counterfeit and expired products worth N20 billion in Ibadan to protect public health. Agency vows to continue fight against unsafe goods.
Pfizer buys Metsera in $10bn weight loss drug deal
Pfizer completes Metsera acquisition worth up to $10 billion, entering the competitive weight loss drug market. Learn how this deal positions Pfizer against Novo Nordisk.
Regina Daniels' Drug Test Report Leaks Online
Nollywood actress Regina Daniels faces controversy as medical report alleges substance use disorder. Full details on the leaked document and public reactions.
Doris Ogala Reveals Married Man's Wild Threesome Habits
Nollywood actress Doris Ogala shocks fans with revelations about a married man who enjoys threesomes with his wife and was caught using hard drugs. Full story here!
Lagos Socialite Arraigned Over Drug Activities
Prominent Lagos socialite and nightclub supervisor faces serious drug charges as NDLEA cracks down on illicit substance distribution in upscale venues.
Trump Unveils Plans to Cut Weight-Loss Drug Costs
Former President Donald Trump announces groundbreaking initiatives to reduce costs of popular weight-loss medications, potentially transforming healthcare access for millions.
AstraZeneca Profit Soars with 19% Revenue Growth
British-Swedish pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca reports massive profit jump with 19% revenue growth. Discover how emerging markets and cancer drugs drove this impressive performance.
NDLEA Busts Fake Medicinal Cannabis Ring - Kingpin Arrested
Nigerian drug enforcement agency warns public about sophisticated criminal network disguising illegal cannabis as medicinal products while arresting kingpin in major operation.
Edo State to Begin Local Drug Production in 2026
Edo State announces groundbreaking pharmaceutical manufacturing initiative to produce essential medicines locally by 2026, reducing import dependency and creating thousands of jobs.
NDLEA seizes 1,779kg cannabis in Ogun, arrests 3
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency have intercepted a massive consignment of cannabis sativa weighing 1,779kg in Ogun State, arresting three suspects in a major crackdown on drug trafficking.
NDLEA seizes 1,779kg cannabis in Ogun bust
Nigeria's anti-narcotics agency makes major breakthrough as three suspects arrested with massive cannabis haul in Ogun state operation.
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