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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.

Nigeria's oil rigs stuck at 41 amid OPEC expansion

Nigeria's oil rig count remained flat at 41 in November, unchanged from 2024, while OPEC nations boosted activity by 7%. Discover the structural challenges holding back Africa's top producer.

Troops rescue 14 captives in Orokam Forest operation

Nigerian Army troops, in a joint operation, have freed 14 kidnapped victims from a hideout in Orokam Forest. The successful raid followed community intelligence. Read the full details of the rescue mission.

Two nabbed with narcotics in Ibadan security raid

A joint security operation in Ibadan's Orita-Challenge led to two arrests for narcotics and the dismantling of criminal hideouts. The action followed resident petitions over rising crime. Read the full details.

Nigeria eyes $10bn from 50 oil blocks lease

Nigeria's NUPRC launches 2025 oil licensing round for 50 blocks, aiming to raise $10bn and boost output by 400,000 barrels per day. Discover the transparent bidding process.

Experts Urge Reforms to Stabilise Nigerian Economy by 2026

Finance experts at an ICAN event in Ibadan call for urgent policy reforms, economic diversification, and boosted local production to stabilise Nigeria's economy ahead of 2026, warning against inflation and oil reliance.

Anambra's 220M Palm Seedlings Boost Agriculture

Anambra State government has distributed 220 million palm seedlings to 180,000 households in two years, supporting the 'One Family, 20 Palms' project to revive palm oil production and achieve food security.

OPEC+ Pauses Oil Output Hikes Until March 2026

OPEC+ reaffirms plan to maintain current oil production levels until March 2026 and agrees on a new capacity assessment mechanism. Learn how this decision impacts global oil markets.

NDDC Fights Drug Abuse in Akwa Ibom Schools

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.

Anambra Gives 220M Palm Seedlings to Households

Anambra State has distributed 220 million palm seedlings to 180,000 households in two years under Governor Soludo's agricultural revolution. Discover how this initiative aims to transform the state's economy.

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