Drug Peddler Killed in Katsina Police Confrontation
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.
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.
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.
NDLEA boss Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (rtd) defends new compulsory drug tests for students, calling it a strategic move to protect youths. Learn about the partnership with Taraba State University.
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.
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.
UN report reveals 25% of Nigeria's drug users are women, but only 1 in 20 get treatment. Drug use in Africa could surge 40% by 2030, posing a major health crisis.
NDLEA raises alarm over Nigeria's worsening drug abuse, intercepts dangerous substances in Delta. Commander Halilu Hamidu cites UNODC data showing 14.4% of Nigerians use drugs. Read more.
NDLEA operatives in Edo State arrest a 44-year-old suspect and confiscate 457kg of skunk cannabis in Uroe community. A major win in the fight against drug trafficking. Read the full details.
NDLEA operatives intercept massive drug haul across Nigeria, arresting suspects in Delta, Imo, Adamawa, and other states. Brig-Gen Marwa commands officers for their efforts.
Nigeria's NDLEA has intercepted over 7.6 million tramadol pills and 76,273kg of cannabis in a major nationwide operation. Multiple arrests made. Read the full details of the drug bust.
A South African court sentences a Nigerian national and a local associate to a combined 37 years for drug trafficking. Read the full details of the methamphetamine bust and convictions.
NDLEA uncovers sophisticated drug network distributing Canadian Loud cannabis disguised as Christmas cookies through WhatsApp. Multiple arrests made across Nigeria in major crackdown.
NDDC partners with Blake and Harper Ltd to launch anti-drug abuse campaign across Akwa Ibom schools. Initiative targets youth substance abuse with awareness walks and educational programs.
A 43-year-old man bludgeoned his elderly parents to death in South Africa before attempting suicide. The tragic incident occurred in Ndwedwe, KwaZulu-Natal. Read full details.
The Nigeria Customs Service mandates drug tests for all new recruits and serving officers to ensure operational integrity and a drug-free institution. Read the full details.
Latin music artist Maria de la Rosa, known as DELAROSA, was fatally shot in Northridge, Los Angeles. The rising star had just released her debut single. Police seek suspects.
Rising singer Maria De La Rosa, 22, was tragically shot dead in an ambush-style attack in Los Angeles. Two other victims remain in critical condition as police search for suspects.
Kebbi State Police confirm arrest of suspect in brutal murder of 14-year-old Qur'anic student. Investigation ongoing to determine motive behind the attack.
Five police officers ambushed and killed by herdsmen in Bauchi laid to rest. Commissioner leads funeral ceremony as manhunt for perpetrators intensifies.
NDLEA Edo arrests social media influencer Praise Nwogu and partner Ebong Oghosa for producing and promoting cannabis-infused brownies online. The agency warns against evolving drug trafficking methods.
Gunmen killed Islamic cleric Alh. Muhammad Bakoshi and abducted his wife and two-week-old daughter in Zalau village. Community calls for unity amid growing insecurity.
Five police officers killed, two injured as herdsmen ambush tactical team in Bauchi. Police confirm several attackers neutralized during the gun battle in Sabon Sara village.
Five Nigerian police officers were killed and two injured in a brutal ambush by armed bandits in Bauchi State. The officers were on patrol duty when attacked. Read full details.
Bandits killed Alhaji Muhammad Bakoshi, a JIBWIS officer, and kidnapped his wife who recently gave birth in Zalau, Bauchi. Security expert warns of expanding bandit territory. Urgent action needed.
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.
A Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps officer was stabbed to death by a mentally unstable teenager in Oba Ile, Ondo State. The officer had been invited to help restrain the 19-year-old. Read the full details.
Two prospective corps members, a driver and an infant died in a tragic accident along Abuja-Kaduna Expressway. 11 injured corps members receiving treatment. Read full details.
ISWAP insurgents attacked Geidam police station in Yobe, killing one officer, burning patrol vans and freeing detainees. Full details of the midnight raid revealed.
A 19-year-old mentally unstable man stabbed NSCDC officer Babalola Joseph Idowu to death in Akure, Ondo State. Read the shocking details of the tragedy.