Tag: NDLEA
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NDLEA nabs Sokoto traditional ruler over alleged drug deals
The National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Sokoto State Command, has nabbed a suspected drug dealer, Umar Mohammed, who is also a monarch being the Village Head of Ruga in Shagari Local Government. Briefing newsmen on Tuesday in Sokoto, Mr Adamu Iro, the NDLEA Commander in the state, said the suspect was arrested following intelligence-driven…
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NAFDAC bans herbal aphrodisiacs laced with injurious substance
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has banned the production and usage of a herbal mixture known as ‘Kurkura’; herbal aphrodisiacs, and alcoholic bitters in the country. Kurkuma used by many in boosting the immune system in readiness for sex is said to be very common in the Southwestern parts…
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Popular Abuja businessman selling illicit drugs on Jiji arrested
One Mr Orakwe Chibuike Celestine, a popular businessman based in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has been arrested for engaging in sales of illicit and controlled drugs on the popular e-commerce platform, Jiji.ng.
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NDLEA arrests 611 drug traffickers in Kaduna
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kaduna State Command, said it had arrested 611 suspected drug traffickers from January to July in the State. The agency’s Commander in the state, Mr Umar Adoro disclosed this on Monday in Kaduna. Adoro said out of the 611 suspects, 480 drug users had been counseled, rehabilitated and…
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We have secured 1000 convictions on terrorism – Malami
The Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, says the ministry has secured no fewer than 1000 convictions on terrorism within 18 months.
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Popular Akwa Ibom pastor arrested with 3 drums of Mkpuru Mmiri
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a popular Akwa Ibom State pastor, Pastor Anietie Okon Effiong with three drums of crystal methamphetamine, locally called Mkpuru Mmiri, believed to have been imported from India.
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How drug baron endangered lives of VGC residents in Lagos
Residents of Victoria Garden City Lagos state have been put at health risk by exposure to highly toxic and dangerous chemicals from a clandestine methamphetamine laboratory located within the estate, which was run by drug baron Emeka Nzewi. Nzewi, his wife and ‘cook’ Sunday Ukah, who produced the drugs, were arrested by officials of the…
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NDLEA nabs ex – wig seller, others for drug trafficking
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA) has arrested a former women wig and hair attachment seller, Okwo Okechukwu, for ingesting 76 pellets of cocaine. The NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, in a statement on Sunday. According to him, the streaks of arrests and seizures began on Sunday, July 17, when the…
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Prof. Haruna bags business day excellence in public service award 2021
The Business DAY newspaper has recognised the outstanding performance of the Executive Vice Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure(NASENI), Engr.Prof. Mohammed Sani Haruna amongst over 100 Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) of Government assessed by a special panel set up by the newspaper. The Excellence in Public Service Awards is…
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NDLEA speaks on selling of Ikoyi Lagos property
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA) says it did not sell its office in Ikoyi part of Lagos State. The agency dismissed an anonymous write up going round on WhatsApp platforms that a certain former NDLEA chairman, sold off its headquarters office buildings in Ikoyi. The Director, Media and Advocacy, NDLEA, Mr Femi Babafemi…