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NDLEA Busts International Drug Ring, Arrests 22 Foreign Crew, ‘Mama Kerosine’ Nabbed.
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have recorded major breakthroughs in nationwide anti-drug operations, intercepting large consignments of illicit substances concealed in coffee sachets and parcels bound for foreign destinations, while arresting multiple suspects linked to international and domestic drug trafficking networks.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to Nivo News, the intercepted drugs included Ketamine, Ecstasy and Tramadol pills ingeniously hidden inside coffee mix sachets and book packages intended for shipment to Zambia and the United Kingdom. The seizures were carried out at a courier facility in Lagos on December 24 and 29, 2025.
In a related development, the agency arrested 22 Indian nationals who were crew members aboard a merchant vessel, MV Aruna Hulya, following the discovery of 31.5 kilograms of cocaine concealed inside Hatch 3 of the ship at the GDNL terminal, Apapa Port, Lagos, on Friday, January 2, 2026. The vessel reportedly originated from the Marshall Islands.
Those taken into custody include the vessel’s master, Sharma Shashi Bhushan, alongside 21 other crew members, all of whom are being investigated in connection with the illicit consignment.
Meanwhile, NDLEA operatives in Oyo State arrested a notorious female drug kingpin, Fatima Ilori, popularly known as “Mama Kerosine,” during an intelligence-driven operation on December 29, 2025. The 65-year-old, described as a major drug distributor in Ibadan, was apprehended after the seizure of 238.4 kilograms of skunk traced to her network. Another female suspect, Olusanya Abosede, was also arrested during the operation.
In Borno State, the agency disrupted suspected drug supply lines to insurgent groups with the arrest of two alleged traffickers. One suspect, Isa Mohammed, was intercepted along the Maiduguri–Gamboru Ngala road with 9,150 ampoules of Tramadol Injection, while another, Musa Samaila, was arrested at Biu Market with 34,000 Tramadol capsules.
Further seizures were recorded across several states. In Lagos, operatives recovered about 400 kilograms of skunk along with a vehicle at the Mobolaji Johnson area on January 1, 2026. In Jigawa State, a suspect was apprehended while transporting 140.8 kilograms of compressed cannabis blocks from Taraba State to Yobe State. Similarly, in Kwara State, officers recovered over 238 kilograms of skunk from a suspect’s residence in Ilorin and arrested another individual with large quantities of Tramadol and Diazepam.
Beyond enforcement actions, NDLEA commands nationwide continued their War Against Drug Abuse sensitisation campaigns, engaging schools, youth groups, religious institutions and communities to promote awareness and discourage drug abuse.
Commending the various state commands involved in the operations, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA, Mohamed Buba Marwa, charged officers across the country to sustain the momentum and intensify efforts in the ongoing fight against drug trafficking and abuse.
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Regional Development, has organised a high-level sectoral retreat bringing together top officials of the ministry and Regional Development Commissions to improve coordination, accountability, and project execution nationwide.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The retreat, taking place from April 15 to 18, 2026, at the Victor Uwaifo Creative Hub in Benin City, is being spearheaded by the Minister of Regional Development, Abubakar Momoh.
At the opening session, Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo was represented by his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, while the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Mary Ada Ogbe, was also present.
In his keynote address, Momoh described the gathering as a strategic effort to strengthen collaboration between the ministry and regional commissions in line with the development agenda of President Bola Tinubu. He noted that the creation of additional commissions across the six geopolitical zones underscores the government’s commitment to addressing regional imbalances and unlocking economic growth.
He stressed that although the commissions have different regional mandates, they must work towards a shared national goal of inclusive and sustainable development.
Highlighting existing challenges, the minister pointed to issues such as project duplication, abandoned initiatives, and rivalry among agencies. He said the government would prioritise better coordination and accountability to improve results.
Momoh also announced plans to focus on completing ongoing projects before initiating new ones and revealed that performance bonds would be introduced for commission leaders to ensure efficiency and transparency.
He further emphasised the need to explore alternative funding options, including public-private partnerships, while maintaining strict financial discipline and due process.
According to him, key focus areas include infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture, digital connectivity, security, and empowerment for youths and women, all aligned with the government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
The minister added that development efforts must remain people-focused, inclusive, and result-driven, with active stakeholder engagement at every stage.
The retreat is expected to produce practical strategies that will enhance collaboration among regional bodies and improve development outcomes across the country.
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has convened a high-level security meeting with former governors and key stakeholders in a renewed effort to address the ongoing wave of violence in the state.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the meeting comes amid fresh attacks in parts of Plateau State that have left several people dead and properties destroyed, worsening security concerns in the North-Central region.
The gathering follows recent violence in Anguwan Rukuba and nearby communities, where dozens of residents were reportedly killed, adding to years of recurring insecurity that has claimed many lives, including women and children.
The closed-door meeting, held at the Government House in Little Rayfield, Jos, brought together former governors Simon Lalong, Jonah Jang, and Joshua Dariye, as well as former military administrator Rear Admiral Samuel Atukum (retd.) and other key stakeholders.
In a statement shared on his verified Facebook page, Mutfwang said discussions focused on security, welfare, and the overall development of Plateau people, with special attention on the recent attacks in rural communities.
According to sources, participants reviewed the security situation and expressed deep concern over continued loss of lives and destruction of property.
The stakeholders reportedly agreed on a united approach to restoring peace, strengthening unity, and promoting peaceful coexistence among communities.
They also resolved to develop stronger frameworks to address the root causes of the violence, anchored on values of discipline, courage, and patriotism.
The late Brigadier General Oseni Braimah was reportedly on a phone call with his twin brother moments before he was killed during a terrorist attack on the 29 Task Force Brigade Headquarters in Benisheikh, Borno State.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the incident, which occurred on April 9, 2026, claimed the lives of the senior officer and several other soldiers.
A family source told Vanguard that the General was speaking with his identical twin brother, who resides in the United Kingdom, at the time of the attack.
According to the source, the twins maintained a daily routine of speaking around midnight, but the conversation took a sudden turn that night when unusual activity was noticed at the General’s end.
He said the line went dead abruptly after the General paused during the call, apparently due to the unfolding situation at the base.
The twin brother reportedly made repeated attempts to reconnect, sending messages and calling continuously, but received no response throughout the night.
“He kept trying until about 4 am, but there was no answer,” the source said.
The family later confirmed the tragedy after a senior military officer contacted them around 6:30 am, informing them that the base had come under attack and that the Brigade Commander was among those killed.
The relative described the incident as devastating, noting that communication had broken down during the assault.
The late General was later buried alongside other fallen soldiers in Maiduguri, Borno State.
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