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BREAKING: NDLEA Operations Lead To Arrest Of Man In Wheelchair, Ex-Convict, And Other Suspects Involved In Illicit Drug Trade
BREAKING: NDLEA Operations Lead To Arrest Of Man In Wheelchair, Ex-Convict, And Other Suspects Involved In Illicit Drug Trade....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) reports the arrest of a notorious drug dealer, 45-year-old Godwin Emuneyin, a physically challenged individual who exploits his wheelchair as a cover for dealing in illicit substances, including methamphetamine and cannabis in Afuze, Edo State…CONTINUE READING
The arrest took place on Tuesday in Afuze, where a wooden box containing 18 pinches of methamphetamine, one block, and 71 wraps of cannabis was seized from the suspect based on credible intelligence.
NDLEA’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, disclosed these developments in a statement on Sunday. Additionally, NDLEA operatives recovered 42 bags of cannabis (480kgs) from a camp in Aviosi forest in Owan West LGA and raided the Utese forest in Ovia North East LGA, seizing 231.5kgs of the substance and destroying a cannabis farm measuring 0.778960 hectares on Monday, November 6th.
In Adamawa State, on Thursday, November 9th, NDLEA operatives intercepted a Toyota Corolla car loaded with 30,899 Tramadol pills along Ngurore-Yola road. The driver, Sani Samaila, claimed he was transporting the consignment from Jalingo, Taraba State, to Yola, Adamawa State.
Other operations include the arrest of Abdullahi Sani (a.k.a Danfulani) in Ngurore town, Adamawa, who led operatives to the residence of drug lord Alhaji Bubakari (a.k.a Dan Mamuda), where 19 blocks of compressed cannabis weighing 13kgs were recovered. In Ogun State, NDLEA operatives, in collaboration with other security agencies, destroyed over 18.875 tons of cannabis on a 7.55-hectare farmland and seized 100 jumbo bags weighing 1,100 kilograms of the substance at James town, Ogunmakin area of Obafemi Owode LGA. Okpor Chukwuma and six other male suspects were arrested.
A commercial bus driver, Olayinka Sowo, was arrested on Friday, November 10th, along Ibadan – Akure expressway for alleged conspiracy to transport 45.150kgs of cannabis from Lagos to Osun state. In Abuja, NDLEA officers intercepted 7,980 pills of diazepam and 567 bottles of codeine syrup in a commercial bus along Abaji-Abuja highway on the same day. A follow-up operation at Zuba motor park led to the arrest of the consignment’s owner, Ugwu Ikenna, 30.
In Delta State, NDLEA operatives and the Nigerian Army destroyed 12.5 tons of cannabis on a five-hectare farmland in Umuchime community, Ndokwa West LGA. They also recovered 53.22kgs of processed weeds and seeds. A suspect, Christopher Anim (alias Ogidi), was apprehended during the operation. In Kano, two suspects, Amarachukwu Eugene, 32, and Abdulaziz Auwal, 25, were arrested with 202 blocks of cannabis weighing 113.1kgs on Tuesday, November 7th.
Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd), commended the officers and men of the Edo, Ogun, Osun, Adamawa, Delta, and FCT Commands for their efforts in the past week. He also praised the nationwide intensification of WADA advocacy lectures, creating a balance between drug supply reduction and drug demand reduction activities.
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NBA ELECTION SHOWDOWN: Osigwe Defies AGF, Declares Attorney General Powerless To Stop Polls!.
Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) President, Afam Osigwe (SAN), has firmly rejected recent calls from the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to postpone the association’s national elections. Osigwe asserted that the AGF lacks the legal authority to dictate or alter the NBA’s electoral process, warning that doing so would undermine the independence of the legal profession and breach the association’s constitutional framework.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The controversy stems from the AGF’s advice that the NBA suspend its July 18, 2026, polls, dissolve its current Election Committee, and implement the National Identification Number (NIN) for voter verification. During an interview on Arise News this Friday, Osigwe clarified that while the AGF’s opinions are noted, they are not binding directives. He emphasized that the NBA is governed by its own Constitution, the Legal Practitioners Act, and other established regulatory instruments—none of which grant the AGF power to intervene in the association’s internal affairs.
“Suggesting that he [the AGF] has the power to postpone our elections would imply that the NBA is merely a department under the Office of the Attorney General,” Osigwe stated. He noted that while the Bar is open to considering advice, it cannot comply with “must-do” directives that conflict with its governing laws.
Upholding Constitutional Eligibility and Opposing External Impositions
Osigwe also addressed ongoing debates regarding zoning and consensus candidates. He maintained that the NBA Constitution clearly defines the criteria for presidential aspirants, requiring candidates to be at least 15 years post-call, have served on the National Executive Council for at least two years, and be fully up-to-date with their practice fees and branch dues for the preceding three years.
He rejected attempts by external interest groups to force their preferred candidates upon the association, calling such actions illogical. “They accuse the Bar of various things and turn around to accuse others of trying to impose a candidate, when they are actually the ones imposing a candidate,” he remarked. Osigwe underscored that any member who meets the constitutional requirements is entitled to run for office, regardless of endorsements from external bodies.
Commitment to a Transparent Process
Regarding the upcoming election, the NBA President defended the inclusivity of the race, noting that the presence of a female candidate highlights the association’s commitment to equal opportunity.
To ensure credibility and transparency, Osigwe confirmed that the NBA has invited international and civil society observers—including the EU and Yiaga—to monitor the process. Addressing skeptics who fear electoral malpractice, he insisted that all concerns have been thoroughly addressed to build trust.
“Everything is in place, and the electoral body is ready to conduct it,” Osigwe said. He concluded by urging all aspirants to focus on the polls rather than seeking delays: “Go out there and test your popularity; don’t drag the association down or tarnish people’s images. May the best man or woman win.”
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At the Lagos parallel market, Bureau De Change (BDC) sources reported that the dollar was selling for ₦1425 and buying at ₦1412.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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It is important to note that these figures may fluctuate, and the actual rate you encounter when buying or selling forex can vary from these prices.
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Rates
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The CBN rate for the dollar against the naira recorded a high of ₦1382 and a low of ₦1378.
Important Regulatory Note
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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) does not officially recognize the parallel market. The bank has instructed individuals seeking to conduct foreign exchange transactions to utilize their respective banks instead.
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Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri, has mourned the passing of Professor Turner Isoun, a former Minister of Science and Technology, honoring him as a distinguished scholar whose legacy in education, science, and national growth remains lasting. Professor Isoun, a renowned expert in veterinary medicine, passed away in Abuja on July 15 at the age of 87.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Governor Diri, through his Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah, highlighted several aspects of the late statesman’s life and career:
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Academic and Public Service Excellence: Governor Diri described Isoun as an intellectual giant whose contributions impacted both academia and the public sector. As the pioneer Vice-Chancellor of the Rivers State University of Science and Technology, he was credited with establishing a strong foundation for the institution.
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Scientific and Technological Leadership: During his tenure as minister from 2000 to 2007 under President Olusegun Obasanjo, Isoun championed significant reforms. He was instrumental in creating the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and Galaxy Backbone Plc. Additionally, his leadership was central to Nigeria’s early milestones in space technology, including the launch of satellites like NigeriaSat-1 and NigComSat-1R.
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Commitment to the Niger Delta: Isoun was deeply involved in the socio-political development of the Niger Delta. He served as the Ijaw National Congress Central Zone Chairman and was a key advocate for the creation of Bayelsa State in 1996.
Governor Diri extended his sympathies to the Isoun family, the Odi community, and the broader Ijaw nation, encouraging them to find solace in the professor’s remarkable life of service and dedication to national progress.
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