Category: Crime

Era of Impunity Within the Police Force Is Over, Declares IGP Disu

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In a stern address to the Force, Inspector-General Olatunji Disu signaled a new dawn for Nigerian policing. Declaring an end to the days of impunity and misconduct, the IGP emphasized that professional excellence will now be the only acceptable benchmark for every officer. IGP Disu delivered the charge in Uyo on Thursday during the passing-out ceremony for 1,068 retrained constables. The event, held at the Police Mobile Force (26 PMF) Base, served as a platform for the Inspector-General to emphasize a new era of accountability and discipline within the Force.…

Cartels Shut Out of Nigeria: UNODC Donates Tech to NDLEA as US-Funded Interrogation Rooms Go Live; Marwa Pledges Intensified Crackdown.

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In a significant global validation of the NDLEA’s mission to purge Nigeria of illicit drugs, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has declared that the country is no longer a permissive ground for international drug cartels. This recognition follows a clear message sent by the unprecedented volume of arrests, seizures, and convictions recorded under the agency’s current leadership over the past five years. Nigeria’s anti-drug war has reached a new global milestone. According to a statement on Monday, April 27 Femi Babafemi, NDLEA Director of Media and…

Failing Our Children: Time to Act Against Sexual Violence

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By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Sexual violence against children remains one of the most pressing protection concerns in Nigeria today, representing a grave violation of fundamental child rights. Despite growing awareness, many cases still go unreported due to stigma, fear, cultural silence, and limited knowledge of available support systems. This culture of silence continues to shield perpetrators while denying survivors the justice and care they urgently need. Beyond its immediate harm, sexual violence leaves deep and lasting scars on survivors. Children who experience abuse are often exposed to long-term emotional trauma,…

From Forests to Flasks: NDLEA Destroys 17,000kg of Skunk; Fashion Designer Nabbed, Large Drug Consignments Recovered Across Five States.

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In a demonstration of tireless commitment to ridding the country of illicit substances, NDLEA operatives at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) intercepted 12 large parcels of cocaine. The narcotics were expertly concealed in the false bottoms of food flasks destined for the United Kingdom via a Virgin Atlantic flight. In a statement released Sunday, April 19, NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, confirmed the interception of 2.80kg of cocaine at the Lagos airport export shed. The Thursday, April 9 operation led to the swift arrest of two…

254 Years for 11 Barons: Marwa Lauds Swift Justice as NDLEA Records 974 Convictions in Three-Month Crackdown

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In a landmark achievement for Nigeria’s war on drugs, the NDLEA secured 974 convictions in the first quarter of 2026, including 11 kingpins sentenced to a combined 254 years in prison. This judicial victory follows an intensified crackdown on drug syndicates, involving massive arrests and asset forfeitures. However, those convicted between January and March—comprising 899 males and 75 females—the momentum grew monthly, rising from 265 convictions in January to 393 by March. In an official statement released Friday, April 17, the Agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, confirmed:…

‘High Today, Lost Tomorrow’: Brig. Gen. Marwa Delivers Stark Warning on Drug Scourge at UniAbuja

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Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (Rtd), Chairman/CEO of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), has issued a stark ultimatum to Nigeria’s students: the fleeting high of narcotics isn’t worth the permanent loss of a career. Delivering a sharp wake-up call to the next generation of leaders, Marwa warned that the temporary escape of drug use carries a catastrophic price tag—one capable of derailing professional futures before they even begin. In a statement released on Tuesday, 14 April 2026, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy Femi Babafemi reported that Chairman…

Shame: From Medicine to Narcotics; NDLEA Crushes Nationwide Drug Syndicate as 93-Year-Old Great-Grandfather and Medical Doctor Are Nabbed; Couple Apprehended in Niger State Sting

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When the elderly expected to install discipline and the healers expected to cater to lives have turned to providing narcotics, the situation is truly dire. Such is the case as a 93-year-old great-grandfather and a 69-year-old medical doctor top the list of those arrested. Their capture follows an intensified crackdown by the NDLEA, which continues to hammer drug cartels through strategic interdiction operations. In a statement released Sunday, April 12, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy Femi Babafemi confirmed the capture of 93-year-old Pa Friday Ahukanna Chigbu. The nonagenarian was…

25 Cattle Markets Shut in Four Bauchi LGAs Over Security Concerns

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By Bashir Hassan Abubakar The Bauchi State Government has ordered the immediate suspension of operations in selected cattle markets across Alkaleri, Bauchi, Kirfi and Tafawa Balewa Local Government Areas, citing rising insecurity.A statement from Government House said the decision, approved by Governor Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, affects several markets identified as hotspots for criminal activities. According to the government, the affected markets have been linked to cattle rustling, killings, kidnapping, extortion and illegal arms transactions, posing serious threats to lives, livelihoods and food supply chains. The identified markets based on the…

Military Confirms Casualties, Cautions Public Against Unverified Social Media Reports on Missing General

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Defence Headquarters confirms the loss of gallant personnel following a coordinated terrorist attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State. The encounter occurred in the early hours of Thursday, April 9, during which several soldiers paid the ultimate price defending the nation. The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj. Gen. Michael Onoja, disclosed that the incident began at approximately 12:30 a.m. on April 9, following a failed attempt by insurgents to infiltrate the military base’s perimeter. General Onoja reported that troops from Operation HADIN KAI, under…

DEADLY BLAST: IED on Niger State Highway Claims Life of Truck Driver

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A tragic incident occurred on the afternoon of Sunday, April 5th, when a truck driver lost his life after his vehicle, loaded with yams, struck an improvised explosive device (IED) suspected to have been planted by terrorists operating on that axis. The blast took place along the Lumma–Babanna road in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, highlighting the persistent security challenges facing the region’s transport corridors. SP Wasiu Abiodun, spokesperson for the Niger State Police Command, verified the unfortunate occurrence, saying; “On 05/04/26 at about 2:50 p.m., an…