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Varsity Drug Scourge Targeted! Education Minister Declares Crackdown With Mandatory Screening

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The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has thrown his weight behind the implementation of compulsory and random drug integrity tests for students in tertiary institutions nationwide.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

This move was disclosed following a meeting on Wednesday in Abuja with the Chairman/Chief Executive of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Brigadier General Buba Marwa (retd), during which both parties deliberated on strategies to combat rising substance abuse among students.

According to a statement by NDLEA spokesman Femi Babafemi, Dr. Alausa also approved the revision of the secondary school curriculum to reflect modern drug education components and proposed the formation of an inter-ministerial task force between the Education Ministry and the NDLEA.

During the meeting, Marwa outlined a three-tier strategy: revamping drug education content, launching independent anti-drug programmes in secondary schools, and enforcing drug testing for tertiary students—targeting new intakes, returning students, and random groups.

Marwa described the drug crisis as a critical threat to national security and youth development, noting its strong links to crimes such as terrorism and banditry. He revealed that the NDLEA had arrested over 40,000 drug offenders and seized more than 5,500 metric tonnes of narcotics in the last two years.

“We are fighting for the soul of the nation’s children. Most criminal acts are fueled by drug abuse,” he said.

In response, Dr. Alausa underscored the gravity of the situation, warning that drug abuse disrupts students’ academic pursuits and cognitive development, ultimately rendering them unemployable.

“When youths are on drugs, they abandon school or fail to get a meaningful education. This leads to poor critical thinking skills, reduced decision-making capacity later in life, and ultimately, a cycle of dysfunction and unemployment,” he said.

The minister affirmed that the drug testing policy would be enforced in tertiary institutions for both incoming and returning students, with provision for random testing.

“We have no choice but to implement it. We’ll begin with tertiary institutions. Drug testing for freshers, returning students, and random sampling will commence,” Alausa stated.

He also announced plans to establish a Substance Use Prevention Unit within the ministry and confirmed that a new secondary school curriculum was already in development.

“I propose we set up a technical, inter-ministerial working group with the NDLEA. I also want a Substance Use Prevention Unit within our ministry. We’re updating the curriculum for secondary schools now, and we will work to incorporate drug education down to the primary level,” he said.

Dr. Alausa endorsed the idea of standalone anti-drug programmes in schools and pledged the ministry’s collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to support the NDLEA Academy in Jos, Plateau State.

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‘Kwankwaso Is More Experienced Than Peter Obi’ – Buhari’s Ex-Aide Declares.

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Ahmad made the assertion in a post on his X handle, maintaining that Kwankwaso’s decision to accept the position of running mate should be seen as an act of political modesty rather than an indication that he is less qualified than Obi.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to the former presidential aide, the relationship between the two politicians should be viewed as one of equals rather than that of a superior and a subordinate.

“To be entirely candid, the political dynamic between Rabiu Kwankwaso and Peter Obi ought to be characterised as one of collegiality between peers, rather than a hierarchy of principal and subordinate,” he wrote.

He added, “The choice to assume a deputy role beneath Obi ought to be interpreted as a testament to political modesty.”

Making a case for Kwankwaso’s political experience, Ahmad recalled that the former Kano State governor served as Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives before Obi became a prominent figure in national politics.

He also noted that Kwankwaso governed Kano State, which he described as Nigeria’s most populous and politically influential state, for two terms and served as a federal minister.

“If we are assessing political experience, Sen. Kwankwaso probably has a longer and more impressive political background than Peter Obi,” Ahmad stated.

In contrast, the former presidential aide argued that Obi’s major public office experience was limited to his tenure as governor of Anambra State.

“Unlike other candidates, Peter Obi was just a former governor of Anambra State,” he wrote.

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‘I Have Stopped Impregnating Women’ – 2Baba Makes Shocking Revelation.

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Nigerian music star Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he no longer impregnates women.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The singer made the statement on Saturday during a live performance at Rehab Lounge in Calgary, Canada.

While performing his hit song True Love, 2Baba paused to interact with the audience and playfully asked the women present to identify where his true love was.

He jokingly wondered whether she was standing at the back of the venue or somewhere in front of him before making a remark about his experiences with women.

The award-winning musician told the audience that he had stopped getting women pregnant, adding that he had been making the same confession wherever he performed recently.

He said, “For the purpose of this show, I will pretend like I’ve never seen anything before. Where’s my true love? Is she back there? Is she right here? Is she somewhere here? Where’s my true love? You people shouldn’t put out me for trouble.

“As I said, some ladies they fear to shout. See, everywhere I go these days, I make this confession. As I say, some ladies they fear to shout. I say, I don’t fear to shout. Because I don’t stop to dey give woman belle. Ask anyone, they’ll tell you, I don’t do such thing things again.”

The singer’s comment comes amid public interest in his personal life and relationships.

2Baba was previously married to Nollywood actress Annie Macaulay-Idibia. The couple announced their separation in January 2025 after having two children together.

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NPFL Cracks Down! Abia Warriors, Katsina United, Warri Wolves Hit With Sanctions.

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Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Abia Warriors were fined ₦3.2 million for failing to provide adequate security as agreed during the pre-match technical meeting ahead of their encounter with Niger Tornadoes.

The Umuahia-based club was also found guilty of an attempt by one of its officials to disrupt the live broadcast of the match by harassing a crew member of the league’s broadcast partner.

As part of the disciplinary measures, Abia Warriors’ multimedia officer, Chidera Favour Igwe, has been suspended from all NPFL match activities for five matches.

Katsina United, meanwhile, were fined ₦2 million for failing to provide adequate and effective security during their home fixture against Plateau United.

The club was also sanctioned for allowing supporters to encroach onto the field of play during the encounter.

Warri Wolves Receive Heaviest Punishment

Warri Wolves have been handed the most severe sanctions following the unruly behaviour of their supporters during Sunday’s Matchday 10 clash against Kano Pillars in Ozoro.

The Seasiders were fined ₦4.2 million and docked three points and three goals from their accumulated tally. The club was also ordered to play its next three home matches behind closed doors.

According to the NPFL, Warri Wolves failed to provide adequate security at the stadium, resulting in an assault on match officials after the final whistle.

The league further disclosed that the second assistant referee sustained a nose injury and was left bleeding during the incident.

The NPFL stated that all three clubs have 48 hours from the date of notification to appeal their respective sanctions in accordance with the league’s disciplinary procedures.

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