By Adeola Badru The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has called for a technology-driven and multi-stakeholder approach to tackle Nigeria’s growing drug abuse and illicit trafficking challenge, warning that criminal networks are increasingly exploiting digital platforms and sophisticated methods to expand the illicit drug trade. The agency made the call on Friday during the […]

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Sokoto State Command, has expressed concern over the growing threat of illicit drug trafficking and substance abuse, disclosing that it seized 3,910.564 kilograms and litres of illicit substances and arrested 599 suspects between June 2025 and June 2026.

The Federal Government has repatriated another 66 Nigerians from South Africa as part of ongoing efforts to assist citizens affected by recent xenophobic attacks in the country.

By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto Two Nigerian journalists and a Kenyan reporter have won the prestigious Africa Knowledge Awards for outstanding journalism that highlights Africa’s development stories, with their reports on migration, youth sports and maternal health recognised for expanding public knowledge and promoting positive change across the continent. The honours were announced under an Africa-focused […]

ABUJA—A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed July 2, for further mention of a N10 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit instituted by Nollywood actor and politician, Emeka Ike, against the Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Lere Olayinka, over an alleged breach […]

Some were first-time mothers unsure whether their babies were getting enough milk. Others were battling painful latch issues

By Esther Onyegbula As political realignments ahead of the 2027 general elections gather momentum, leadership scholar and governance expert, Professor Christian Harrison, has said Nigeria’s persistent governance challenges have evolved beyond a leadership problem into an institutional crisis, warning that public trust in political leaders will continue to decline unless leaders begin to build systems […]

By Elizabeth Osayande & Ifunanya Ndigwe  To strengthen drug prevention across Nigeria, the Nigerian Online Media Alliance has partnered with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and public health experts to equip journalists with advocacy skills to fight substance abuse. The programme, which was held at the Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital in Yaba, Lagos, to mark […]

They called for stronger collaboration to prevent the challenge from further undermining the country’s development.

By Alumona Ukwueze The President of the University of Nigeria Engineering Faculty Alumni Association (UNNEFAA), Engr. Emmanuel Ezekwe, has called on Nigerian engineers to focus on solving real-world problems through innovative solutions that drive the nation’s economic and social development. Ezekwe made the call on Wednesday in Nsukka while delivering the keynote address at the […]

Preparations have been concluded for the first coronation anniversary of the Okuokpellagbe of Okpella Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Michael Sado, with a series of cultural, religious and community development activities scheduled to commemorate his first year on the throne. The celebration is expected to bring together sons and daughters of Okpella, alongside traditional rulers and […]

According to him, Lagos cannot isolate itself from problems beyond its borders. Whether it is banditry disrupting food production, kidnappings in neighbouring states or criminal activity along coastal routes, the effects ultimately reach the state through higher prices, economic disruption and direct security threats.

…Mbah: We’ll build agriculture-driven economy …SEDC: Partnership to unlock South-East’s agricultural potential The Enugu State Government and the South East Development Commission (SEDC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the South East Agro Development Programme, marking a major step towards transforming agriculture into a catalyst for economic growth, industrialisation, and food security across […]

Emerging squash stars Shuaib Giwa and Yusuf Quadri will renew their rivalry in both the U-19 and senior men’s finals at the Prime Atlantic Squash Tournament after recording convincing victories in their respective semifinal matches. Giwa secured his place in the U-19 final with a 3-0 victory over Joshua Daniel before causing one of the […]

By Matthew Johnson The Inner Wheel Club of Lagos West has donated medical equipment and seating facilities to Ajeromi General Hospital, Ajegunle, and the Olikoye Ransome-Kuti Children Emergency Centre of the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Idi-Araba, to boost healthcare delivery and improve the welfare of patients and their relatives. The donation formed part of […]