Tag: Drugs
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Buhari orders law enforcement agencies to eliminate drug dealers
President Muhammadu Buhari has Directed law enforcement agencies to deal decisively with those who import, distribute and sell illicit drugs in the country. Speaking at an interactive meeting with religious leaders in Kano on Thursday, the President expressed concern on the growing problem of drugs abuse in the country. According to him, his administration is…
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Revealed:Why Nigerian entertainers use drugs
In recent times, the conversations about drug usage among entertainers has increased especially on social media. This is coming as a result of the trending subject matter of how Tagbo Umeike,a friend of Davido lost his life. In the same vein, drugs were allegedly found in the car of DJ Olu and Chime Amaechi(both…
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I’m not into drugs, know nothing about Ozubulu’s killings – Suspect, Aloysius Ikegwuonwu
The man mentioned as a suspect in the massacre of worshipers in St Patrick Catholic church, Ozubulu, Anambra State, Aloysius Ikegwuonwu better known as Bishop has reacted to allegations that he is a drug lord. Bishop, who is based in South Africa and was reportedly the target of the attack, which also claimed the life…
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See list of 42 anti-malaria drugs banned in Europe but sold, consumed in Nigeria
The Nigerian Senate has listed about 42 anti-malaria drugs that have been banned in Europe but are still sold in hospitals and pharmacies in Nigeria. The lawmakers raised the alarm that all the forty-two anti-malaria drugs were still being stockpiled, sold and consumed in the country. Hence, the Senate has mandated its Committee on Health…
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Okey Bakassi, Sound Sultan, others reveal how Nigerian entertainers use drugs
Actors, musicians, and celebrities within the entertainment industry are pop culture icons. Yet, these people have many of the same desires as average individuals. More importantly, entertainers are not impervious to the effects of alcohol and drugs. Entertainers have high-stress jobs and may turn to drugs as a coping mechanism for the day to day…
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Toyin Abraham reveals battle with drug use, depression
Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham(formerly Aimakhu) has opened up about her battle with depression and drug use. Speaking In an interview with Broadway TV, the Alakada Reloaded actress said she didn’t plan for a broken home. According to her:” After my marriage, there were so many [negative things] I had to deal with depression and drugs,…
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NAFDAC reduces consumption of unwholesome drugs in Kebbi – Coordinator
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it has reduced the importation of unwanted, substandard and unwholesome drugs in Kebbi State last year. The state Coordinator of the agency, Alhaji Garba Abubakar, made this known this known to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday. Abubakar said that the amount involved…
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NDLEA arrests 269 suspected drug traffickers
No fewer than 269 suspected drugs traffickers were arrested and 53 convicted in Kaduna state in 2016 by National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA). The Kaduna State Command of the Agency said on Thursday that the number of those arrested was higher in 2016 compared to the 232 in 2015. The Commander of the agency…
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10 Unbelievable drugs that damage the kidney
The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs found on the left and right sides of the body in vertebrates. They filter the blood in order to make urine, to release and retain water, and to remove waste. Unfortunately, a lot of these toxins are a by-product of drugs that we ingest. There are different drugs that…