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VIDEO: NDLEA Intercepts 2024 Hajj Pilgrims With Cocaine At Lagos Hotel
Officers of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recently conducted a raid at a hotel in Lagos, apprehending individuals attempting to ingest 200 wraps of cocaine....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The operation, based on intelligence, specifically targeted those involved in smuggling drugs to Saudi Arabia for the ongoing Hajj pilgrimage.
Femi Babafemi, the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, shared details of the operation on his official X account on Thursday, along with a video showcasing the seized contraband.
Babafemi wrote, “Caught in the Act: They were preparing to swallow 200 wraps of cocaine ahead of their flight to the ongoing Hajj in Saudi Arabia Wednesday night, and #ndlea_nigeria officers stormed their hotel rooms in an intel-led op.”
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Reacting to the incident, the chairman of the NDLEA, Brig. General Mohamed Buba Marwa, affirmed the agency’s commitment to tracking, tracing, and apprehending those using pilgrimage as a cover for drug trafficking.
Earlier, the NDLEA reported via its official website that it successfully intercepted significant quantities of codeine-based syrup and a synthetic strain of cannabis known as Loud. These substances, valued at over Two Billion One Hundred and Eighty-Five Million Naira (N2,185,000,000.00), were seized at the Port Harcourt seaports, Onne, and the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja.
At MMIA Ikeja, NDLEA officers, in collaboration with other security agencies, intercepted a large consignment of Loud. The psychoactive substance was concealed in eight suitcases, comprising 320 parcels, weighing a total of 164.50kg. The consignment, estimated to be worth N960,000,000.00, originated from Canada and arrived on a KLM flight via Amsterdam, Netherlands.
The consignment was discovered at the airport’s E-arrival hall during a joint search operation conducted by NDLEA, Customs, and other security operatives. The suspect, Ughenu Nnaife Francis, who attempted to smuggle the suitcases out of the hall, was apprehended. Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect, a resident of Germany, had traveled to Toronto, Canada, to transport the drugs to Nigeria. He claimed to have been recruited as a mule and was promised a fee of Six Million Naira for his involvement.
Meanwhile, at the Port Harcourt Ports Complex, NDLEA operatives intercepted a container imported from India. The container, marked TEMU 6807401, was en route to the C to C bonded terminal in Enugu. A joint examination of the container by NDLEA, Customs, and other security agencies led to the discovery of 1,750 cartons of codeine weighing 26,250kg. These cartons contained 175,000 bottles of the opioid, valued at N1,225,000,000.00 in street value.
These successful interceptions demonstrate the commitment and effectiveness of the NDLEA in combating drug trafficking and abuse. The agency will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and well-being of our society by preventing the circulation of illicit substances.
Musiliu Obanikoro, a former Minister of State for Defence, recently clarified the context behind his past assertion that Lagos State did not require a “toy governor” like Babatunde Fashola. During the 2007 gubernatorial race, Obanikoro utilized this phrase while running against Fashola as a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), a move driven by his perception that Fashola was a “puppet” of Bola Tinubu at the time.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a recent interview on the Mic On Podcast, Obanikoro provided a different perspective on his former political rival:
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He emphasized that their relationship is grounded in their shared roots in Isale Eko, noting that he never viewed Fashola as a politician.
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Obanikoro explained that his previous remarks were based on his belief that he possessed greater political maturity, exposure, and experience, having served as a local government chairman, commissioner, and senator.
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He also pointed out that prior to that election, Fashola had not run for any government office, having previously served as Chief of Staff to Tinubu.
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“They Didn’t Act Alone!” VDM Demands Immediate Arrest Of Budget Office DG In Explosive New Claim!.
Social media commentator Martins Vincent Otse, known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has publicly demanded the arrest of the Director-General of the Budget Office and a comprehensive investigation into the nation’s budgeting processes. VDM’s call follows the arrest of Prince Adeniyi Matthew, the Director-General of the Project Financial Implementation and Public-Private Partnership Commission (PFIPC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Allegations of Conspiracy: VDM stated that Prince Adeniyi Matthew disclosed to him in confidence that the PFIPC was integrated into the national budget with the assistance of powerful individuals.
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Defense of Adeniyi: VDM characterized Adeniyi as a victim of a corrupt, long-standing system and argued that he should not be left to “take the fall” alone for actions involving others.
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Calls for Resignation and Prosecution: VDM demanded the immediate resignation and prosecution of the Budget Office DG and the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, as well as the prosecution of staff within those offices.
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Comments on Legal Actions: Addressing the 15 billion naira lawsuit filed by the President’s Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, against Adeniyi, VDM contended that Adeniyi was utilized by others within the current government and that the DG of the Budget Office was also implicated.
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Demand for Systemic Reform: Asserting that the system is deeply corrupt, VDM insisted that true national growth requires genuine accountability rather than outcomes driven by political influence.
The Concerned Northern Christian Women Forum (CNCWF) in Niger State has called on the First Lady, Hajiya Fatima Umaru Bago, to influence her husband, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, to ensure equitable representation for Christians in his administration. This appeal comes in the wake of the Governor’s decision to maintain a Muslim-Muslim ticket for his 2027 re-election bid.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Call for Inclusion: During a press briefing in Minna, Forum Chairperson Mrs. Grace Zegi stated that the same-faith ticket prioritizes “political convenience over inclusion” and overlooks the concerns of Christian groups.
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Emphasis on Diversity: The group argued that while the ticket is not unconstitutional, political leadership should be sensitive to the state’s religious diversity to foster unity rather than alienation.
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Addressing Marginalization: Zegi lamented that while Christians are mobilized for votes during campaigns, they are frequently sidelined when political appointments are made.
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Continued Support with Conditions: The forum clarified that they are not opposing the Governor’s second-term bid, as they supported his first term; instead, they are demanding fair representation for both major religions in governance.
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Expectations for Governance: The CNCWF urged the Governor to fulfill his promises of an inclusive government by using pending and future appointments to demonstrate fairness and restore public confidence.
The forum stated that they will continue to monitor the administration’s actions, emphasizing that religious balance and equity are vital for the state’s unity and peace.
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