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NBA, DSS

DSS smashes syndicates selling new naira notes, implicates bank officials

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

DSS' spokesman, Peter Afunanya, in a statement on Monday said in the course of its operations, in some parts of…
The fatal accident

Sanwo-Olu orders investigation into Ojuelegba fatal accident

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

A 20-feet containerised truck fell from the Ojuelegba bridge on a commercial bus on Sunday, crushing nine people to death.
Lagos docks Ketu Asikpata, the driver of truck with container that fell and killed nine people inside a bus for involuntary manslaughter

Container falls off truck in Lagos, crushes 9 persons to death (video)

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

An articulated truck conveying a 20ft container fell on a commercial bus at Ojuelegba, Lagos on Sunday killing nine persons.
Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have successfully dismantled a trans-border drug cartel and arrested five leaders of the syndicates operating in parts of the world. These activities were done in a special operation that lasted weeks during which different quantities of skunk, methamphetamine, and ephedrine as well as air compressors used to conceal and distribute them globally were recovered. Leaders of the cartel which spreads across Dubai, UAE; Cotonou, Benin Republic; Togo; Oman, Thailand, and Europe as well as Lagos, Imo, and Onitsha in Anambra state, while on Christmas and New Year holidays in their villages were still coordinating efforts to send their illicit consignments to Dubai and other parts of the world. Their lid was blown open on Thursday 29th December 2022 when their freight agent, Onyeisue Collins Chukwudi was arrested by NDLEA officers at the SAHCO export shed of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA, Ikeja Lagos for attempting to export three big automobile air compressors to Dubai. A quick follow-up operation led to the recovery of additional five compressors at his home at 24 Legacy road, Ayobo area of Lagos. A total of 27.50kgs of skunk were taken out of the air compressors after welding equipment was used to cut them open. Further investigations revealed that the freight agent was working for a bigger organized criminal group. As a result, extensive operational tools were deployed to track the first kingpin, Onuoha Peter Obioma who lives in Benin Republic and Togo but comes occasionally to do business in Lagos. The efforts paid off on Saturday 7th January 2023 when Obioma walked into the waiting arms of NDLEA operatives with a bag containing additional air compressors used to conceal 15.7kgs skunk and a crystalline substance that later tested positive to methamphetamine after the Agencys sniffer dogs identified compressors with drug concealment. Obioma's statement led to the unraveling of two other leaders of the cartel: Dubai-based Ugo Kelechi Alex (aka KC) and Iwueke Ugochukwu (aka Odugwu), an Onitsha, Anambra-based businessman, who were at that point still enjoying the Christmas and New Year holidays in their village in Imo state. A well-coordinated operation was thereafter carried out on Tuesday 10th January at their ancestral homes in Umuobi village, Igbejere community, Ihitti-Uboma LGA, Imo State, while the arrow head of the cartel identified as Ezenwekwe Obinna Nicodemus, an automobile parts dealer at Alaba International market, Lagos was put under surveillance. A Lexus SUV and a Toyota jeep were immediately recovered from Kelechi and Iwueke. After so many dramatic bids to evade arrest, NDLEA operatives eventually pinned Obinna down at a bar in Mazamaza, Mile 2 area of Lagos on Saturday 14th January. A search of his home led to the recovery of 607 grams of ephedrine, a handful of Cannabis weighing 20 grams as well as other paraphernalia, including 271 grams of dimethyl sulfone used as a cutting agent for ephedrine, a chemical precursor and an active ingredient for the production of methamphetamine. A weighing scale and an International passport were equally recovered from his house. In his reaction to the special operation that led to the dismantling of the trans-border cartel, Gen. Marwa commended all the officers involved in the effort. He stated that the feat is a confirmation that his warning to drug barons at a media briefing on 18th January is no fluke but a work plan well-grounded on the determination and commitment of the officers and men of the Agency to rid Nigeria of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking.

NDLEA busts trans-border cartel, arrests 5 kingpins in special operation

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have successfully dismantled a trans-border drug cartel and arrested five leaders…
Three hoteliers arrested in connection with beheading of woman in Adamawa hotel

5 Cameroonians in police custody for alleged kidnapping

Nimot Sulaimon

3 years ago

SP Suleiman Nguroje claimed that the crime was thwarted by reliable information provided by a good Samaritan, which resulted in…
The Lagos chapter of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) said on Wednesday evening that it will soon issued appropriate directive to its lawyers on the judgment of Court of Appeal which affirmed Babajide Sanwo-Olu as the winner of the March 18 Governorship Election in the state.

Sanwo-Olu pulls out of governorship debate: Read why

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

This follows the broad daylight shooting in Surulere area of Lagos by thugs allegedly loyal to the PDP's governorship candidate,…
The presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP, in 2023 elections, Peter Obi

This is what Peter Obi did in Borno today (Video, Photos)

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Before the rally, he held a townhall meeting with the youths and paid homage to the Shehu of Borno in…

Jonathan pained by this sad news: Speaks

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

In a condolence message to Governor Sule, Jonathan described his death as painful and prayed to God to comfort the…
Aryna Sabalenka

Sabalenka joins league of Australian Open queens

PM NEWS Editor

3 years ago

The Belarusian reaped the rewards of her improved mental stability and service to emerge as a genuine threat in big…
Kano housewife, Fadila Adamu to die by hanging for kidnapping and throwing an eight-year-old girl into a well, causing her death.

Rivers’ man ‘Biggie’ to die for using human intestines for pepper soup

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

The prosecution counsel told the court that Lekia was a hardened cultist, arsonist and cultist who also used the intestines…
Hassan Sule

My son’s death a test from God – Heartbroken Gov. Sule

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

Sule said he was the one consoling somebody who lost his nine children and 70 cows the previous day and…

JUST IN: Sanwo-Olu signs 2023 budget of N1.768trn into law

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The Lagos State House of Assembly had on 12 December passed a total of ₦1,768,014,155,285 as the budget for 2023,…
Gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan expressway

Lagos issues important information on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway that will massively affect your movement

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

A statement issued by the state's Commissioner for Transportation, Dr. Frederic Oladeinde on Friday said traffic would be diverted at…
Bola Tinubu

Court throws out another lawsuit against Tinubu

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

A Federal High Court (FHC), Abuja, on Friday, dismissed a suit filed by a group seeking the disqualification of Sen.…
Minister Festus Keyamo (SAN) speaks on why petitions against victory of Bola Tinubu of APC in Feb. 25 presidential election cannot be rushed

Tinubu’s ‘emperor mentality’ attribute of a sharp mind – Festus Keyamo

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

Keyamo stated this on Friday while responding to the statements made by Naj’atu Muhammad.
Atiku

APC very deceitful, I will restructure Nigeria – Atiku

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

“APC had promised the same. Did they do it? They abandoned the said issue of restructuring, they are a very…
INEC

Another governorship candidate dies in Adamawa 1 month to election

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

“We are also calling on all his family members, business and political associates to show late Maina’s family love and…
Aggrieved parties file 25 petitions, tackle Gbajabiamila, Faleke, others

Gbajabiamila threatens Emefiele with arrest over new naira notes

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

The House of Reps had on Jan. 24 summoned the bank chief executives and CBN Governor over the scarcity of…
Nigerian Army announces Alhaji Abubakar as sponsor of terrorists

Troops neutralise 84 terrorists, rescue 122 victims

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

He said that troops also rescued six abducted civilians while a total of 267 terrorists and family members, comprising 22…
Governor Nyesom Wike

Wike warns: INEC mustn’t repeat mistakes of past elections next month

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

He said success of the election will add value by consolidating and strengthening the roots of the nation's democracy, while…
Thugs stab Mohammed Abo’ore to death assisting to apprehend miscreants smoking cannabis in Fadikpe community of Minna, Niger State

Rivers man Simiyu Ganiyu stabs ‘lover’ of ex-wife to coma

Ayorinde Oluokun

3 years ago

Chris, was said to have been ambushed at a burial ceremony by the said Olowo and his boys who stabbed…
Terrorists or Nigerian Air Force? Police begin manhunt for killers of 27pastoralists

Terrorists or Nigerian Air Force? Police begin manhunt for killers of 27pastoralists

Nimot Sulaimon

3 years ago

Preliminary investigation revealed that the pastoralists had on Tuesday, gone to Benue to pay fines for the release of cattle…
Buhari welcomes $538.05m provisions to Nigeria, says Africa must feed itself

Buhari welcomes $538.05m provisions to Nigeria, says Africa must feed itself

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

‘‘Feeding Africa is imperative. We must ensure that we feed ourselves today, tomorrow, and well into the future.
Bola Tinubu

Video: Tinubu lands in Ogun for APC rally, receives rousing welcome

Isa Isawade

3 years ago

The Moshood Abiola Stadium venue of the rally was filled to the brim by the supporters of all APC candidates…
Primate Ayodele

I foresee Africa coming under a mysterious attack – Primate Ayodele

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

The Leader Of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele has released fresh prophecies regarding the African continent.
Rivers governor, Nyesom Wike says plot by 'anti-democratic elements' to frustrate 2023 general election will fail, vows PDP will win

2023 elections will be different, Rivers cannot be intimidated – Wike

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

“Our power is our PVC. We will use it well on the 25 February and the 11th of March. Let…

Buhari unveils Imota Rice Mill, biggest in Africa

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The mill is a 2 xX IGMTPH standing on an area of 8.5Ha land, with an annual paddy requirement of…
Obasanjo scored for his side

Photo of the day: Obasanjo captains Old Boys of BBHS in novelty football match

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

The novelty match is part of the 100th anniversary celebration of the school.
Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's N1 billion suit against DSS

What IPOB did to Nnamdi Kanu’s brother will shock you

Kazeem Ugbodaga

3 years ago

IPOB's spokesman, Emma Powerful, in a statement, said Kanu has been in the constant habit of flagrantly flouting every IPOB…
Portable challenges Odumodublvck's claim as 'Best Rapper' in Abuja

Trouble looms for Portable over song titled ‘kuku do ritual’

Michael Adesina

3 years ago

“We see no reason why the security agencies should not investigate the author of this most embarrassing and irrational song…
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