NDLEA Seizes N10.3bn Cannabis Shipment and Apprehends International Drug Suspects
The NDLEA conducted several significant drug busts, seizing over N10.3 billion in cannabis at the Apapa seaport and apprehending suspects trafficking heroin and methamphetamine through Nigerian airports.
July 12, 2026
Erling Haaland backs England for World Cup success following Norway’s departure
Erling Haaland names England as his preferred winner of the 2026 World Cup after Norway's quarter-final exit at the hands of the Three Lions.
July 12, 2026
NDLEA Detains South African National for Heroin Smuggling
A South African woman was arrested at Abuja airport for smuggling heroin, while other nationwide operations led to major drug seizures in Lagos.
July 12, 2026
Lagos Legal Practitioner Receives Prison Term for Environmental Law Violations
A 67-year-old lawyer in Lagos has been sentenced to seven months in prison for illegal waste disposal and failing to use authorized waste management services.
July 12, 2026
CAN Praises Rescue of Kidnapped Oriire Students and Teachers
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has celebrated the safe return of pupils and teachers in Oyo State while urging continued efforts to rescue all other citizens held by criminal elements.
July 12, 2026
Suspected Gunmen Kill Nine Relatives and Infant in Plateau State Raid
A violent night raid in Plateau State's Riyom area resulted in the deaths of nine family members, including an infant, and left the local village head severely injured.
July 12, 2026
Galatasaray to Finalize Lesley Ugochukwu Acquisition
Galatasaray is preparing to announce the signing of Burnley midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu for approximately 30 million euros.
July 12, 2026
Suspected gunmen kill nine family members including infant in Plateau State
A late-night attack on two communities in Plateau State's Riyom area resulted in the deaths of nine family members, including a baby, and left the local village head severely injured.
July 12, 2026
Borno Student Bodies and Community Groups March to Support Security Forces
Tertiary students and community groups in Borno State organized a peaceful demonstration to honor security forces and advocate for national unity in the ongoing fight against terrorism.
July 12, 2026
Nigeria Offers Condolences Following the Death of Former Qatari Emir
Nigeria has sent official condolences to Qatar following the death of former leader Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani at age 74.
July 12, 2026