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Rapper Fetty Wap Released Early from Prison

American rapper Fetty Wap is released from prison after serving over three years of a six-year sentence for drug trafficking. Read his statement and the case details.

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.

Trump invites Colombia president after threats

US President Donald Trump has invited Colombia's Gustavo Petro to the White House, days after threatening military action over alleged drug trafficking. Read the full story on the diplomatic shift.

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.

Alleged Sinaloa Cartel Leader Arrested in Mexico

Pedro Inzunza Noriega, a senior figure in the Sinaloa cartel wanted by the US for fentanyl trafficking, has been arrested in Mexico. US authorities charged him with narco-terrorism. Read the full story.

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.

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.

Maritime Drug Smuggling Threatens Nigeria's Ports

A new report reveals criminal gangs are using 'legitimate' forwarding businesses to move drugs via commercial vessels. SEREC calls for urgent tech and institutional reforms to secure Nigeria's ports and supply chains. Read more.

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.

US Strikes Kill 8 in Pacific Drug Cartel Operation

US military forces killed eight people in strikes on suspected drug boats in the Pacific. The controversial campaign, part of 'Operation Southern Spear,' has now claimed at least 95 lives.

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