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Customs Smash Kaduna Smuggling Ring, Seize ₦48.5m Cannabis And ₦220m Contraband

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The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone B of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has intercepted 185 blocks of cannabis sativa valued at ₦48.5 million, along with assorted contraband worth over ₦220 million, in a series of operations conducted in Kaduna State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

According to Nivo News, the Unit’s Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Customs Saidu Nuruddeen, disclosed the seizures in a statement issued on behalf of the Comptroller on Thursday. Nuruddeen explained that the cannabis consignment was recovered on August 21 around 3:30 a.m. when operatives stopped a vehicle along the Zaria flyover on the Kaduna–Zaria Expressway, acting on credible intelligence.

A male suspect was apprehended after officers discovered nine sacks containing 185 compressed blocks of cannabis sativa weighing 89.6 kilograms. The seized drugs, with a duty paid value of ₦48,562,500, have been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for further investigation and prosecution under inter-agency collaboration protocols.

Nuruddeen further revealed that, in a separate operation, officers intercepted three vehicles conveying prohibited items including 456 bags of foreign parboiled rice (50kg each), 8,100 litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), 178 bales of second-hand clothing, 225 cartons of spaghetti, 107 used tyres, and 37 electric shock devices. The total duty paid value of these seizures is estimated at ₦220,457,336.48.

Comptroller Aliyu Alkali commended Comptroller-General Bashir Adewale Adeniyi for his support and reaffirmed the Service’s determination to sustain its clampdown on smuggling and illicit trade. He noted that these operations demonstrate Customs’ continued efforts to protect Nigeria’s economy and strengthen national security.

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Lagos Airport Chaos Over: Stranded Passengers Finally Take Flight After Deluge.

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Flight operations have officially resumed at the temporary international terminal of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos following a temporary suspension due to flooding. Henry Agbebire, the Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), confirmed that the flooding was caused by drainage disruptions stemming from ongoing construction projects. While the incident necessitated the temporary relocation of airlines—such as Air France-KLM, Ethiopian Airlines, and Fly Gabon—to Terminal Two, officials emphasized that passenger safety remained intact, and no flights were ultimately canceled. FAAN has since initiated corrective measures to reinforce the terminal’s drainage infrastructure and prevent future weather-related disruptions throughout the remainder of the rainy season.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) announced that normalcy has been restored to the temporary international terminal at Lagos’s Murtala Muhammed International Airport after heavy Sunday rainfall caused water to enter the facility. According to FAAN spokesperson Henry Agbebire, the flood was a localized issue linked to nearby construction work. Though operations were briefly moved to Terminal Two while technical teams addressed the drainage blockage, all airlines have now returned to the temporary terminal. FAAN stated that it is currently prioritizing drainage infrastructure upgrades to mitigate similar risks as the rainy season continues.

Option 3: Focus on Operational Recovery After a flash flood on Sunday disrupted activities at the temporary international terminal of Murtala Muhammed International Airport, FAAN has successfully cleared the facility for regular operations. The authority reported that the flooding, which forced a temporary shift of airline operations to Terminal Two, was caused by drainage complications from current construction works at the site. FAAN assured the public that the incident resulted in no flight cancellations and that passenger safety was maintained throughout the duration of the event. In response, the airport’s technical team has begun implementing long-term solutions to strengthen drainage and protect airport operations from the impact of heavy rains.

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The Price Of Freedom: Court Slaps ₦200 Million Bail On Omoyele Sowore.

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The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Mohammed Umar, has granted a new ₦200 million bail to African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore. To secure his release, Sowore must provide two sureties in the same amount, one of whom must be a traditional ruler from his home community and the other a property owner in Abuja. Additionally, he is required to surrender his travel documents to the court’s deputy registrar. This follows a period of detention at the Kuje Correctional Centre, which began after Justice Umar revoked his previous bail on June 16 due to his failure to attend court proceedings. Sowore had previously been charged by the Department of State Services (DSS) with cybercrime-related offenses, including calling President Bola Tinubu “a criminal”. Although the defense requested an adjournment due to travel, the prosecution characterized his absence as a delay tactic, leading the court to issue a bench warrant before Sowore voluntarily surrendered on June 22, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Omoyele Sowore has been granted fresh bail set at ₦200 million by a Federal High Court in Abuja. The court, led by Justice Mohammed Umar, further stipulated that Sowore must provide two sureties—a property owner in Abuja and a traditional leader from his community—and deposit his travel documents with the registrar. This ruling restores Sowore’s bail after it was revoked on June 16 when he missed a scheduled trial appearance. Following his voluntary return to court on June 22 and the subsequent dismissal of his bid to have the judge recuse himself, the activist had been held at the Kuje Correctional Centre pending this new bail hearing. Sowore is currently facing a five-count charge brought by the DSS.

Option 3: Focus on the Legal Timeline Following a week in custody, activist Omoyele Sowore has been granted a new ₦200 million bail by Justice Mohammed Umar of the Federal High Court. The court’s decision requires Sowore to present two sureties—a property owner in Abuja and a traditional ruler from his community—and surrender his passport. This development marks the latest turn in his ongoing trial initiated by the DSS over alleged cybercrimes, including remarks regarding President Bola Tinubu. The court had previously revoked Sowore’s bail on June 16 and issued a warrant for his arrest after he failed to appear for trial, citing a scheduling conflict. Despite his attempt to seek the judge’s recusal upon his return on June 22, the court opted to maintain the proceedings, culminating in the setting of these updated bail terms on Tuesday.

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“Lose With Your Identity”: Ibrahimović Tears Into Koeman Over Penalty Shootout Exit.

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Zlatan Ibrahimović has launched a blistering critique of Ronald Koeman following the Netherlands’ shock round-of-32 exit at the 2026 World Cup. After the Dutch surrendered their lead to a stoppage-time equalizer from Morocco’s Issa Diop, they ultimately stumbled in a penalty shootout, with misses from Justin Kluivert, Quinten Timber, and Crysencio Summerville sealing their fate. Ibrahimović, a former Ajax teammate of Koeman’s, was furious with the team’s lack of tactical recognition, stating on FOX Sports that Koeman’s decision to abandon traditional Dutch football cost them the tournament. “Lose with your identity,” Ibrahimović demanded, clearly angered that the side finished with less than 30% possession and only two shots on target throughout the match.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Netherlands’ 2026 World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak on Monday following a penalty shootout loss to Morocco in the round of 32. Despite Cody Gakpo putting the Dutch ahead, a late goal from Issa Diop forced the game into a shootout, where missed penalties from Kluivert, Timber, and Summerville proved costly. The defeat drew heavy fire from Zlatan Ibrahimović, who criticized his former manager, Ronald Koeman, for failing to play with the traditional Dutch identity. Ibrahimović slammed the team’s passive performance, noting that their lack of possession and limited offensive output were unacceptable for a team of their stature.

Option 3: Focus on the “Ibrahimović vs. Koeman” Narrative Zlatan Ibrahimović has squarely placed the blame for the Netherlands’ premature World Cup departure on the shoulders of manager Ronald Koeman. Following the shootout loss to Morocco in Monterrey—where the Dutch managed less than 30% possession—Ibrahimović argued that the team was unrecognizable on the pitch. While the game saw the Netherlands lose their second-half lead to an Issa Diop strike and suffer from multiple missed spot-kicks, Ibrahimović focused his frustration on the lack of “Dutch identity” in the team’s tactical approach. “I didn’t recognise this Dutch team,” Ibrahimović told FOX Sports, urging the manager to stick to the nation’s footballing roots, even in defeat.

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