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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested 48-year-old Beninese woman Leocardi Josu at the Seme border in Badagry, Lagos, while she attempted to smuggle 3,400 tramadol 225mg tablets into Nigeria. The arrest is part of a broader nationwide crackdown on illicit drugs. On December 18, NDLEA officers at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja,

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Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested 39-year-old Shodunke Yetunde Simbiat in Surulere, Lagos, following the recovery of 23.5 kilograms of cocaine concealed in her home. The arrest is part of ongoing investigations into a trans-border drug trafficking syndicate previously uncovered in Lagos and Ogun states. According to the NDLEA, months

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Enrique Petracchi, former Chief Justice of Argentina, once observed: “All judges are politicians whether they know it or not.” In Nigeria, this insight resonates deeply, especially in light of recent Supreme Court decisions regarding presidential emergency powers. Odinkalu argues that judicial power in Nigeria is inherently political, not merely institutional. While judges exercise jurisdiction over

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Afrobeats superstar Davido has boldly predicted a 3-0 victory for Nigeria over Morocco in the final of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Morocco 2025. The singer, who performed at the tournament’s opening ceremony, expressed confidence in the Super Eagles and has been vocal about backing the national team on social media. He also

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Nollywood actress Ini Edo became emotional during an Instagram Live session after the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) raised objections to the title of her movie, A Very Dirty Christmas, and reportedly threatened actions against the film. Addressing her followers, the actress explained that the movie was a deeply personal project that involved months of

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Popular Nigerian singer Asake has returned to Lagos, Nigeria, after spending about a year in Los Angeles, California, a move that has sparked excitement and lively reactions across social media. The update was first shared by X user @DAMIADENUGA, quickly drawing attention from fans who flooded the comment section with humorous and emotional responses to

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Popular social media activist Martins Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has waded into the controversy surrounding Nollywood actress Doris Ogala and Pastor Chris Okafor, issuing a strong public warning over her reported arrest. In a video shared online, VDM claimed he had a phone conversation with Doris Ogala shortly before her arrest, stating that

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Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has spoken openly about her views on marriage, describing the institution as overrated, while stressing that she remains open to remarriage if it happens naturally. The 42-year-old actress made the remarks during a recent interview on a Lagos-based radio station, where she explained that she is neither actively searching for marriage

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Nigerian music executive Paulo Okoye, popularly known as PaulO, has penned a heartfelt birthday tribute to actress Iyabo Ojo as she marks her 48th birthday. Taking to his Instagram page, PaulO celebrated the Nollywood star with warm words of admiration, describing her as his Queen Mother and Ezenwanyi, while praising her strength, beauty, resilience, and

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Recent reports and testimonies concerning Wawa Barracks in Niger State, where alleged supporters of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) are reportedly detained without trial, have raised grave concerns about ongoing human rights violations. While every allegation must be independently verified, the growing body of accounts from families, lawyers, civil society organisations and journalists points

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