In a significant victory against drug trafficking, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Western Marine Command (WMC) has intercepted a staggering 1,958 kilograms of cannabis sativa, valued at N398,265,000, in a major operation along the nation’s waterways.Announcing the bust via its official X handle, the Customs disclosed that this haul marks the largest single seizure ofContinueContinue reading “Nigeria Customs Cracks Down on Waterway Smugglers, Seizes Record 1,958kg of Cannabis Worth N398 Million”
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FG Warns Against Ponmo Consumption, Unveils Ambitious Livestock Development Plan
In a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s livestock industry, the Federal Government has warned Nigerians against consuming hides and skin, popularly known as ponmo, due to its potential health risks.The Minister of Livestock Development, Mukhtar Maiha, issued the advisory, citing scientifically proven health implications associated with the consumption of the animal byproduct. He emphasized theContinueContinue reading “FG Warns Against Ponmo Consumption, Unveils Ambitious Livestock Development Plan”
Media Backtrack: AIT, Channels TV Apologize to DSS Over Lagos Assembly Incident
In a dramatic turn of events, Africa Independent Television (AIT) and Channels Television have publicly apologized to the Department of State Services (DSS) over their reports on the security agency’s alleged role in the Lagos State House of Assembly crisis on February 17.The apologies come after both media outlets initially suggested that the DSS hadContinueContinue reading “Media Backtrack: AIT, Channels TV Apologize to DSS Over Lagos Assembly Incident”
FAKE POLICE SERGEANT NABBED IN OGUN: SUSPECTED IMPOSTOR UNDER INVESTIGATION
In a dramatic turn of events, the Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 52-year-old man, identified as Harry Collins, for impersonating a police officer. The suspect was caught in full police uniform, bearing the rank of a sergeant, on the Long Bridge, Warewa, raising serious security concerns.Announcing the arrest on its official X handle,ContinueContinue reading “FAKE POLICE SERGEANT NABBED IN OGUN: SUSPECTED IMPOSTOR UNDER INVESTIGATION”
Minna Shooting: Police Officer Opens Fire, Injures Immigration Personnel in Chaotic Patrol Incident
In a shocking turn of events, a Nigerian police officer shot and injured an immigration officer during a patrol operation in Minna, Niger State, on Friday. The victim, Assistant Superintendent of Immigration (ASI) Christian Oladimeji, was caught in the crossfire while passing by on a motorcycle, sustaining serious injuries.The incident unfolded when a police patrolContinueContinue reading “Minna Shooting: Police Officer Opens Fire, Injures Immigration Personnel in Chaotic Patrol Incident”
Federal Government to Recruit Health Workers, Engage Diaspora in Battle Against ‘Japa’ Syndrome – Minister
In a decisive move to address Nigeria’s deepening healthcare workforce crisis, the Federal Government has announced plans to employ more health workers and actively engage medical professionals in the diaspora to curb the mass exodus of talent, widely referred to as the ‘Japa’ syndrome.The announcement was made via the official X (formerly Twitter) handle ofContinueContinue reading “Federal Government to Recruit Health Workers, Engage Diaspora in Battle Against ‘Japa’ Syndrome – Minister”
Naira Hits N1,490 Per Dollar on Parallel Market as Currency Woes Deepen
Nigeria’s financial landscape continues to reel under intense exchange rate volatility as the naira plummets further in the parallel market. According to a recent update by Nigerian Stories on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the naira has now depreciated to N1,490 per US dollar in the black market.This alarming slump signals growing concerns overContinueContinue reading “Naira Hits N1,490 Per Dollar on Parallel Market as Currency Woes Deepen”
Nigeria Customs Intercepts N398 Million Worth of Cannabis in Major Lagos Bust
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Western Marine Command, has recorded a significant victory in its ongoing fight against illicit drug trafficking. In a major operation, the command intercepted 53 sacks of cannabis sativa, weighing a staggering 1,958 kilograms, with an estimated duty-paid value of ₦398 million in Lagos.The announcement was made via the official XContinueContinue reading “Nigeria Customs Intercepts N398 Million Worth of Cannabis in Major Lagos Bust”
Tinubu Orders Relocation of 29 Prisons Amid Rising Jailbreaks Across Nigeria
In a decisive move to reform Nigeria’s correctional system and enhance national security, President Bola Tinubu has approved the relocation of 29 correctional centres from urban areas to more secure locations across the country.The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the announcement on Friday during the unveiling of newly acquired operational vehicles for the NigerianContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Orders Relocation of 29 Prisons Amid Rising Jailbreaks Across Nigeria”
“IBB’s Confession on June 12 Can’t Erase Decades of Injustice” – Hafsat Abiola Fires Back
Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has strongly asserted that former military ruler General Ibrahim Babangida’s recent admission that her father won the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election does not undo the injustice suffered by her family and the Nigerian people.Babangida, for the first time, publicly expressed deep regret over theContinueContinue reading ““IBB’s Confession on June 12 Can’t Erase Decades of Injustice” – Hafsat Abiola Fires Back”
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