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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has intercepted the terror drug “Captain”, a consignment of amphetamine substance in Kwara State. This is contained in a statement by the agency’s Director, Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, released in Abuja on Sunday. Babafemi said the interception came barely five years after the NDLEA recorded the first seizure of the deadly terror …

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has intercepted a large consignment of Captagon, a dangerous stimulant linked to insurgency and organized crime, in Kwara State, in what authorities have described as a major breakthrough against emerging drug trafficking threats. The agency said its officers, during a routine patrol along Bode Saadu Road on April 21, 2026, stopped a passenger vehicle …

By Victor Osula, Abuja The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has dismissed as false a viral infographic claiming that a new vehicle tax will take effect from July 1, warning that the material is misleading and could be part of a scheme to defraud unsuspecting Nigerians. In a statement released by Dare Adekambi, special advisor to NRS President Zach Adedeji, the …

Ryan Alebiosu put in an impressive all-round performance as Blackburn Rovers claimed a 3-1 away victory over Sheffield United. Yuki Ohashi scored a brace and Ryoya Morishita also scored to seal the three points. Alebiosu played the full 90 minutes and stood out in both defense and attack. He provided one assist and recorded 20 passes, while also creating several …

*Babatunde Fashola, SAN A group of former presidents of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Ikorodu branch, have lauded the appointment of former Lagos State governor and former Minister of Works and Housing, Babatunde Raji Fashola, as a member of the Body of Benchers, describing it as a “fitting recognition of excellence, integrity and decades of selfless service”. In a detailed …

… Flaws that ‘mislead’ reports of Ogun APC meetings …Promises to avoid pre-determined primaries Daud Olatunji Former Ogun State governor, Ibikunle Amosun, has dismissed media reports that he has been pressuring aspirants to withdraw from the 2027 senatorial race, describing such claims as “misrepresentation” of proceedings at a recent meeting of the All Progressives Congress in Ogun Central. Amosun, in …

By Ayo Kehinde Panic briefly gripped Washington on Saturday evening as US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were quickly evacuated by Secret Service agents following gunfire that disrupted the annual White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, in what officials have now confirmed was a coordinated but ultimately foiled attack by a lone gunman. Providing new details just hours …

Barcelona defeated Getafe 2-0 away on Saturday, extending their lead at the top of La Liga. The victory took Barcelona to 85 points, 11 ahead of second-placed Real Madrid with five games remaining. Real Madrid had already drawn 1-1 against Real Betis on Friday, weakening their title challenge. Getafe held off Barcelona for much of the first half, frustrating their …

He Nigerian Air Force The base in Shasha area of ​​Lagos will come alive this Sunday with the final of the Alimosho Football Coaches Council (AFCC) Under-12 Football Championship. Sports247 reported that Air Commodore DU Edet will be the guest of honor as Sam Jason Football Academy will battle Vision Stars FC starting at 3 pm on the spacious field. …

The Federal Government on Friday assured Nigerians that ongoing economic reforms, including the removal of fuel subsidies, foreign exchange adjustments and fiscal restructuring, are designed to provide long-term national benefits despite current economic pressures. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, gave the assurance in Lagos while receiving the “Image Maker Award 2026”, urging Nigerians to remain patient …