Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have made significant strides in combating drug trafficking, intercepting a 35-year-old woman, Chidinma Chinenye-Agbazue, as she attempted to export 20 parcels of Cannabis Sativa weighing 10.70kg to Doha, Qatar. The apprehension took place at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Ikeja, Lagos State. The illicit drugs were cleverly concealed in African salad, popularly known as Abacha, along with dried vegetables. This operation was conducted in collaboration with operatives from the Department of State Services. In another remarkable feat, NDLEA officers thwarted a bribery attempt when they apprehended a suspect in Lagos State who tried to bribe them with a staggering N5 million. Despite the tempting offer, the anti-narcotics operatives remained resolute in their commitment to upholding the law. According to Femi Babafemi, the spokesperson for the NDLEA, the agency has been actively engaged in combating drug traffic

Former Police Public Relations Officer for Zone 2 and Lagos State Commands, CSP Dolapo Badmos Opeyemi, recently made a compassionate pledge after encountering a poignant video depicting the plight of an elderly couple. In the video shared on her Instagram account, the elderly woman is seen emotionally pleading with her husband for money to purchase food, expressing her hunger and desperation. She recounts the challenges they face, including the destruction of her shop, exacerbating their struggle to afford basic necessities. Touched by their distressing situation, Badmos took to social media to express her empathy and offer assistance. She vowed to provide the elderly couple with food for an entire year, committing to use her own salary to support them in their time of need. Badmos appealed to her followers and the public at large to assist in locating the couple so that she could fulfill her promise of assistance. Her compassionate gesture serves as a poignant reminder of the importan

As Christians worldwide commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, Pastor Adewale Giwa, the senior leader of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Christ Ministry, delivers a thought-provoking Easter message urging a return to the fundamental teachings of Christ.  In his message shared with journalists in Akure on Sunday, Pastor Giwa reflects on the essence of Easter and expresses his skepticism about the prevailing state of faith on Earth upon Jesus' prophesied return.  He laments the proliferation of false miracles and deviance from the true essence of Christianity by some religious leaders, calling for introspection among believers. Pastor Giwa questions whether the teachings of Christ are genuinely upheld, pointing out the disappointing trend of materialism and sensationalism within modern Christianity.  Highlighting the prevalence of fake prophecies and staged miracles, he emphasizes the need to prioritize spiritual salvation over worldly prosperity. Pastor Giwa warns against turni

An Indian man, K Padmarajan, 65, who has contested a staggering 238 elections without tasting victory, is gearing up for his 239th electoral campaign this year. Despite his long history of electoral defeats, Padmarajan remains undeterred, earning him the nickname "India's elections king" and securing a place in the Limca Book of Records as the country's most unsuccessful candidate. Padmarajan's electoral journey spans various levels of government, from local council positions to the Indian presidency, with each attempt ending in disappointment. However, his relentless spirit and determination have not wavered, as he prepares once again to contest in the upcoming six-week-long general elections starting on April 19. While the odds may seem insurmountable, especially in a political landscape dominated by established parties and candidates, Padmarajan remains resolute in his belief that participation itself is a victory. Despite never achieving electoral success, he

The Enugu State Police Command executed a raid on the hideouts of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and its Eastern Security Network (ESN) faction in the Akwuke area of Enugu metropolis. According to a statement by DSP Daniel Ndukwe, the raid occurred on Saturday at approximately 2:30 a.m. During the operation, the police encountered resistance from the renegade group members, who initiated gunfire upon sighting the police. However, the law enforcement agents, armed with superior firepower, managed to overpower the assailants, leading to the death of two members of the group. The remaining members fled the scene, sustaining various gunshot wounds in the process. Recovered from the hideout were significant weapons and ammunition, including one AK-47 rifle, one Sub-Machine Gun (SMG), and one stainless Pump-Action Gun (PAG). Additionally, 27 live rounds and 23 expended rounds of 7.62 mm caliber ammunition were seized. Furthermore, the police retrieved five live cartridges and a small

Bashir El-Rufai In a fiery exchange of words, Bashir El-Rufai, one of the sons of former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai, has criticized incumbent Governor Uba Sani for his recent allegations regarding the state's financial situation. Governor Sani, during a town hall meeting in Kaduna, had claimed that he inherited massive debts totaling $587 million, N85 billion, and 115 contractual liabilities from the previous administration, which he alleged were hampering his government's ability to function effectively and pay salaries. He cited the deduction of N7 billion from the state's March federal allocation, leaving only N3 billion to cover salaries amounting to N5.2 billion, as evidence of the financial strain. However, Bashir El-Rufai disputed these claims, accusing Governor Sani of incompetence and mismanagement. He took to social media, particularly X, to express his discontent, alleging that Sani was deflecting from his own shortcomings by blaming the previous admini

  Troops of the 34 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, stationed in Obinze, Owerri, have successfully destroyed a notorious terrorist hideout led by one Monday Ogu, alias B44. This operation, conducted in Ezioha community, Mbaitoli Council Area of Imo State, resulted in the discovery and exhumation of bodies believed to be victims of the terrorists, buried in shallow graves near their den. Brigadier General Usman Lawal, the Brigade Commander, briefed journalists following the operation, highlighting that the mission was executed based on actionable intelligence received by his officers. The terrorists had established their camp strategically along the Njaba River, spanning three council areas of Imo State: Njaba, Oru East, and Mbaitoli. Their criminal activities included kidnapping for ransom, robbery of kidnapping victims' belongings, burning their vehicles, and tragically, the murder of victims, many of whom were buried in makeshift graves. Additionally, the terrorists were i

The Oyo State Police Command, on Saturday, apprehended five suspects involved in the burning of a police patrol van and vandalizing Elete Outstation on the new Oyo-Ogbomoso Expressway in the Atiba Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred when the suspects, caught in a traffic gridlock on the expressway, vented their frustration on the police for what they perceived as their failure to manage the situation. According to a statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, issued in Ibadan, the state capital, the suspects, in a fit of anger, charged towards the nearby Elete Out-Station and set ablaze the patrol van that had recently been refurbished. Additionally, they vandalized various parts of the building. The preliminary investigation conducted by the police revealed that after being held up in the gridlock for a while, the suspects mobilized in numbers and attacked the out-station. Fortunately, the timely response and resistance from police pe

US President Joe Biden's announcement of declaring Easter Sunday as Transgender Day of Visibility has stirred significant controversy, especially within the religious community. The decision, which coincided with the Christian holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, drew both praise and criticism from various quarters. Traditionally, March 31st has been observed as Transgender Day of Visibility, dedicated to honoring the courage and contributions of transgender Americans. In a statement released by the White House, President Biden reaffirmed the nation's commitment to equality and inclusivity, expressing support for transgender individuals and emphasizing their belonging in American society. However, the announcement faced immediate backlash, particularly from conservative circles and Christian leaders who viewed it as an affront to religious values. Social media platforms were inundated with criticisms, with many expressing outrage over what they perceived as a