Day: July 7, 2025

In a major crackdown on drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a family of four — a father, mother, and their two daughters — over their alleged involvement in drug smuggling. The arrest, which was confirmed by NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi on Monday, took place following a coordinated intelligence operation that uncovered the family’s suspected role in a drug syndicate operating between Lagos and other parts of the country. According to the NDLEA, the suspects were apprehended at their residence in a Lagos…

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The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin, has passed away at the age of 90, marking the end of a significant chapter in the history of the ancient Yoruba city. The revered monarch reportedly died in the early hours of Monday after a brief illness, according to palace sources. His passing has thrown the Ibadan traditional council and the wider Oyo State community into mourning. Oba Olakulehin, who ascended the throne in 2024 as the 43rd Olubadan, was a respected figure known for his wisdom, humility, and deep commitment to…

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A recent nationwide opinion poll has revealed that a staggering 83 percent of Nigerians are losing faith in the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and key public institutions, citing widespread economic hardship, insecurity, and lack of transparency as major concerns. The poll, conducted by Lagos-based research firm CivicTrak Insights, sampled responses from over 3,000 Nigerians across the six geopolitical zones. The findings suggest a sharp decline in public confidence since President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023. According to the report, most respondents expressed deep dissatisfaction with the federal…

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