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NDLEA Arrests Brazil Returnee Smuggling Cocaine In Private Area.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has reported the arrest of Uche Franklin Onyekwere, a Nigeria-based businessman residing in Brazil, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja-Lagos, for concealing cocaine in his private part and the soles of his shoes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to a statement by Femi Babafemi, Director of Media & Advocacy at NDLEA Headquarters, Abuja, Onyekwere was apprehended on Thursday during passenger clearance of a South African Airways flight arriving from Brazil via Johannesburg, following actionable intelligence.
A full-body scan confirmed the presence of illicit substances, and a subsequent strip search uncovered a large parcel of white powder wrapped around his right thigh. Further inspection revealed two additional wraps hidden in the soles of his flat shoes. In total, NDLEA recovered three large wraps of cocaine weighing 1.60 kilograms.
During a preliminary interview, the 47-year-old suspect admitted purchasing the drugs in Brazil with plans to resell them in Nigeria to raise capital for his business and to fund the naming ceremony of his newborn child. Onyekwere has reportedly lived in São Paulo since 2008 and has operated a toy business there for approximately nine years.
In a separate operation, NDLEA seized 55 jumbo bags of Canadian Loud cannabis, totaling 1,183 kilograms, imported from Montreal, Canada. The drugs were concealed in two vehicles—a Hyundai SUV and a Toyota Matrix—at the Tincan seaport in Lagos during a joint inspection with Customs and other security agencies.
In Niger State, operatives acting on intelligence intercepted a long truck along the Dei-Dei Abuja Expressway on January 26. Three suspects—Andy Chidogu (49), Kenneth Ogene (45), and Sadiq Olanrewaju (27)—were arrested for transporting 176 bags of skunk cannabis weighing 2,735 kilograms, along with 1 kilogram of synthetic cannabis known as Colorado. Investigations revealed the truck initially carried flour from Lagos to Ekpoma, Edo State, before being loaded with the illicit consignments for N1.7 million.
Also in Edo State, NDLEA arrested Shaibu Yusuf on January 27 while attempting to transport 66 bags of skunk cannabis (792 kg) concealed in charcoal bags to Katsina. On January 28, supported by the Nigerian Army, operatives raided a cannabis farm at Ebora Camp, Ilushi, in Esan South East LGA, destroying 4,063.675 kg of skunk over 1.6 hectares while recovering 328 kg of processed cannabis and seeds. Four suspects were arrested: Jeremiah Nwodeh (46), Chukwudi Pius (33), Pius Ogaba (46), and Onora Kwene (35).
In Anambra State, NDLEA intercepted a cement truck at Upper Iweka, Onitsha, on January 28. The truck, heading to Nkpor, was found carrying 345.2 kg of skunk cannabis concealed in cement bags. Abum Okeke (42) was among the three occupants arrested.
In Ondo State, two suspects, Tunde Ogundele (39) and Soji Elegbelye (46), were arrested on January 26 in Eleyewo community, Akure North, in connection with 473 kg of skunk cannabis. On the same day in Kano, Abdullahi Usman (45) was apprehended on Murtala Mohammed Way with 12,500 ampoules of pentazocine injection, and another suspect, Musa Shuaibu (42), was arrested on January 27 in Gaya with 4,390 tramadol pills.
Further arrests include Oragwan Ekene, caught on January 30 at Okeyson Park, Alaba, Lagos, carrying 15.5 kg of skunk destined for Onitsha, Anambra State, and Omang Peter Edward, who was intercepted on January 27 at Seme border, Badagry, with 3.5 kg of cannabis concealed in a sound system and cereal packets.
Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa (rtd), NDLEA Chairman/CEO, commended the officers across MMIA, Tincan, Niger, Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Ondo, and Kano commands for their professionalism and effective operations. He urged all personnel to continue their balanced approach to drug supply and demand reduction efforts nationwide.
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.
The founder of Omega Power Ministries, Apostle Chibuzor Chinyere, has suspended the planned marriage of his 21-year-old adopted daughter, Chiemeka Chibuzor, who is autistic, following an overwhelming number of applications from interested suitors.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
News reports that the cleric announced the decision on Thursday via his social media page, stating that over 1,000 men had expressed interest in marrying her, prompting him to halt the process indefinitely.
He wrote, “Chiemeka Chibuzor’s wedding is hereby suspended. More than a thousand applications. No more wedding pending further directive from me.”
The cleric had earlier this week publicly invited proposals for her marriage, setting conditions that included the suitor being young and in good physical and mental health, alongside promised financial support and housing benefits.
He also said the couple would enjoy lifelong support, including shared property ownership and periodic welfare checks from church members.
The development follows a similar arrangement recently conducted by the church involving a non-verbal autistic man who was married in a ceremony organised by the ministry.
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