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NDLEA Arrests Widow for Cocaine Trafficking Disguised as Pregnancy

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has arrested a 50-year-old widow in Lagos, for attempting to traffic cocaine while pretending to be pregnant. The suspect, Ifeoma Henrietta Ezewuike, was picked up at a bus terminal in Jibowu, Yaba, while on her way to Abuja, with 1.3 kilograms of illicit drugs. NDLEA spokesman, Femi Babafemi, in a statement says a search of her residence in Ago Palace Okota, Lagos, led to the recovery of 200 grams of […]

August 24, 2025

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Sport

Karu Derby Finale Set to Light Up Abuja Veterans Tournament

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Abuja is set for a football showdown like no other as New Karu All Stars face off against Karu All Stars in the grand finale of the 2025 Abuja Veterans Tournament on Saturday, August 30, in what promises to be a derby to remember. This year’s edition has delivered shocks, upsets, and dazzling displays, with defending champions crashing out in the quarterfinals and fans guaranteed a brand-new winner. The final, however, has been made even more exciting […]

August 24, 2025 2

Security

Nigeria Police Repatriate Wanted Chinese Fugitive in INTERPOL Operation.

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Nigeria Police Force has repatriated a notorious Chinese fugitive, Dai Qisheng, to Beijing in a landmark operation executed through the INTERPOL National Central Bureau (NCB), Abuja. A statement on Sunday by the Force says Qisheng, a wanted gang leader from Guizhou Province accused of orchestrating violent organized crimes, fled China in 2024 after a warrant was issued for his arrest. The statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, says Qisheng was tracked and apprehended […]

August 24, 2025

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Sport

Kebbi Fishers Triumph Over Ibom BSC In Beach Soccer League

By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) delivered another round of thrilling encounters on Thursday, with Kebbi Fishers BSC producing a commanding 5-1 victory over Ibom BSC to headline the second round of fixtures. Kebbi Fishers were ruthless from the onset, with Hassan Muhammad and Taiwo Adams both scoring twice to set the tone for the one-sided contest. Monday Joseph added his name to the scoresheet with a well-taken strike to seal the emphatic win. Ibom BSC’s […]

August 24, 2025 2

Economy

Customs, Sister Agencies Deepen Collaboration on National Security

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirm the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to deepening collaboration with agencies under the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). This is as he describes shared facilities and joint operations as critical to strengthening national security. According to a statement on Saturday, he stated this on Thursday, when the CDCFIB leadership paid a courtesy visit to the Customs Headquarters in Abuja. Customs spokesperson, Abdullahi Maiwada quotes Adeniyi […]

August 23, 2025

Economy

FAAC Disburses N2trn to Three Tiers of Government in July

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) has shared a total sum of N2.001 trillion as July 2025 Federation Account Revenue to the Federal Government, states, and local government councils. The allocation was made at the FAAC meeting held in Abuja on Friday, according to a communiqué issued after the session. The N2.001 trillion distributable revenue comprised: *Statutory revenue:* N1.283 trillion *Value Added Tax (VAT):* N640.61 billion *Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL):* N37.60 billion *Exchange Difference:* N39.75 billion […]

August 22, 2025

Security

IGP Creates Two Area Commands, Upgrades Five Divisions in Benue

By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has approved the creation of two new Area Commands and the upgrade of five Police Stations to Divisional Headquarters in Benue State, as part of renewed efforts to tackle insecurity and strengthen policing in difficult terrains. The new Area Commands include Daudu, which will oversee Guma, Daudu, Yelwata, and Agan Divisions; and Naka, which will supervise Naka, Apa, Agatu, and Okpokolo Divisions. In addition, Police Stations in Ayilamo, Yelwata, […]

August 22, 2025

Business

AfCFTA, Urges Nigeria to Prioritise Product Quality, Certification for Trade Gains

By Oluwakemi Kindness The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, has urged Nigeria to prioritise product quality, strong branding, and certification if it must fully harness the trade opportunities offered under the agreement. The call was made in Abuja on Friday, at the NEPC Re-Energized Webinar 6.0 themed “Unlocking Nigeria’s AfCFTA Potentials.” Franca Achimugu, representative of the National Action Committee (NAC) on AfCFTA, warned that tariff liberalisation alone would not guarantee success for Nigerian exporters. She stressed that the real determinant would […]

August 22, 2025

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Sport

NBSL Round Two Begins in Nnewi, Prof. Madubuko Honoured

By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso The 2025 Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) resumed with thrilling action in Nnewi, where fans were treated to exciting contests and a special recognition for one of the sport’s biggest contributors, Professor Victor Madubuko, Chairman of the Anambra State Beach Soccer Association. On the sand, Kebbi United BSC endured a disappointing start as they fell 3–0 to Jigawa Golden Stars BSC, while Ibom BSC continued their fine form with a dominant 3–0 victory over Nmanko Patigi BSC. […]

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