The 2025 WHO Global Tuberculosis Report shows that TB killed over 1.2 million people in 2024. Additionally, an estimated 10.7 million people were infected worldwide. However, despite progress in diagnosis and treatment, the disease remains a major global threat. WHO Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus called the high death toll deeply troubling. He said the…
Authorities from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency arrested Frank Ibemesi, a 42 year old wanted drug baron known as Chisco Bee. They captured him at his Daisy Garden Hotel in Isolo, Lagos, on November 15, 2025. Agents acted after weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance. Ibemesi resisted initially but surrendered. Officers then raided his…
Authorities step up the fight against drug trafficking in Nigeria. The Chairman of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa, gave a stern warning to drug barons and cartels. Marwa says that they should cease all their illegal activities forthwith. Reappointment Strengthens Resolve President Bola Tinubu reappoints Marwa for a…
Authorities in Nigeria recently uncovered a massive drug shipment. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) recovered over 1,000 kilograms of cocaine at the Tincan Island Port in Lagos. This seizure marks the largest single cocaine haul at the port. Discovery Sparks Alert Port operators at the PTML Terminal noticed an unusual empty container last…
Nigeria’s Federal Government launches new health initiatives. Officials aim to improve service delivery nationwide. This move addresses urgent health needs. The Launch Event Leaders gather in Abuja for the 2025 Joint Annual Review. The event runs from November 12 to 14. Nearly 1,000 participants attend, including government officials and partners. Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate chairs…
Authorities find packages of ketamine on Jeju’s beaches. They discover these drugs disguised as Chinese tea bags. In the past two months, teams collected 28 kilograms of the substance. Additionally one haul weighs 20 kilograms and values at $59 million. The Clever Disguise Smugglers hide the ketamine inside tea packaging. This method fools initial inspections….
A Federal High Court in Osogbo has convicted Musa Raji Mohammed of a drug trafficking offence. He was arrested with illegal cannabis. The case underlines the sustained fight against drug crimes across Nigeria. Evidence and Trial Prosecutor Olufemi Ijimakin presents strong evidence for the government. The team calls three witnesses to testify. They submit ten…
Nigeria’s food and drug regulator takes firm action against small packaged alcohol. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, known as NAFDAC, announces strict enforcement of a long planned ban. This move aims to curb health risks and underage drinking. Details of the Upcoming Ban NAFDAC focuses on spirit drinks in sachets…
His Royal Majesty, Prof. Bulus Luka Gadiga, the Mbege Ka Michika in Adamawa State, was effusive in his praise for Brig-Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa and promised him full cooperation with NDLEA. This gesture portends a growing alliance between tradition and modern enforcement efforts. A warm courtesy call Prof. Gadiga led his council members on a…
NDLEA operatives have made a very significant breakthrough. They’ve nailed one of the most infamous drug kingpins in Lagos. Their operation reflects how serious they are in fighting against the illicit substances. The Theatrical Airport Arrest Authorities tracked Yussuf Abayomi Azeez at the Murtala Mohammed International Airport. His apprehension occurred at 6:30 a.m. on November…
