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NDLEA arrests Brazil returnee with cocaine hidden in body and footwear

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a Brazil based Nigerian businessman, Uche Franklin Onyekwere, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, for allegedly smuggling cocaine concealed in his private parts and in the soles of his shoes. Onyekwere was picked up on Thursday, January 29, 2026, during inward clearance of South African Airways passengers arriving from Brazil via Johannesburg, following processed intelligence. A full body scan reportedly indicated illicit drug concealment, after which he was subjected to a strip search. Officials said a large parcel of white powdery substance later confirmed as cocaine was found wrapped around his right thigh, while two more wraps were discovered hidden in the soles of a pair of flat shoes he was wearing. In total, three large wraps of cocaine weighing 1.60 kilogrammes were recovered. During preliminary interrogation, the 47 year old suspect […]

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NDLEA nabs 80 year old ex convict, finds tramadol hidden in full body mannequins

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested an 80 year old ex convict, Jeremiah Isaiah Nkanta, for allegedly returning to the illicit drug trade barely three years after his last conviction. He was picked up at his home in Mmanta Abak village, Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, where officers found 5.7 kilograms of skunk, a potent strain of cannabis.​ Nkanta was first arrested by the NDLEA on December 14, 2022, prosecuted and sentenced to two years in prison for dealing in drugs. The agency said intelligence reports indicated that he went back to selling narcotics after serving his sentence, prompting a fresh operation that led to his re arrest.​ In a separate operation in Akwa Ibom, NDLEA operatives on patrol along the Oron Ibaka road intercepted a 37 year old businessman, Ani Onyebuchi Romans, who was […]

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Petro warns of possible US military action

Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro has said there is now a serious risk of US military action against his country, warning that Washington’s recent rhetoric and operations are pushing relations into dangerous territory. In an interview with the BBC, Petro said the United States was increasingly behaving like an “empire” toward Latin America and could end up becoming isolated internationally if it continued on its current path. His comments came after US President Donald Trump said a military operation in Colombia “sounds good”, following recent US strikes in Venezuela and the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Petro said such statements could not be taken lightly, recalling Colombia’s past loss of territory and describing the remarks as a “real threat” to national sovereignty. The two leaders spoke by phone on Wednesday, with Trump later describing the exchange as an honour and suggesting he […]

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Maduro offers talks as US signals openness to serious dialogue

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has offered an “olive branch” to U.S. President Donald Trump, proposing serious talks on issues including drug trafficking, migration and sanctions after months of post election tension and fresh U.S. pressure on Caracas.​Speaking at a military event, Maduro said he was ready for direct dialogue “with respect and equality” and suggested both countries could work together on security and economic matters if Washington eased what he called “criminal” sanctions on Venezuela’s oil sector.​ U.S. officials, while sceptical of Maduro’s intentions, have indicated Washington could engage in serious talks if there is clear progress on political prisoners, human rights and credible electoral guarantees following disputed elections that extended Maduro’s rule.​They have also hinted that U.S. sanctions could be adjusted depending on whether Caracas moves toward more inclusive politics and honours past agreements reached with the opposition in […]

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Trump claims US strike on Venezuela drug dock

Donald Trump has claimed that the United States carried out a strike on a dock facility allegedly used by Venezuelan drug traffickers to load narcotics onto boats. Speaking to reporters, the US president said a “major explosion” had hit a location where drugs were prepared for maritime transport, though he did not disclose the exact site or provide operational details. Venezuelan authorities have not yet issued an official response. According to reports by CNN and The New York Times, citing sources familiar with the matter, the explosion was caused by a drone strike conducted by the CIA. If confirmed, this would represent the first publicly known US operation carried out inside Venezuelan territory. Since September, Washington has intensified military actions against what it describes as drug-smuggling networks operating by sea. US officials say more than 20 vessels in the Pacific […]

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NDLEA arrests ex convict, three others over UK bound cocaine hidden in starch sachets

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested an ex convict, Nwobodo Chidiebere Basil, and three cargo agents after intercepting cocaine concealed in liquid starch sachets and destined for the United Kingdom. NDLEA operatives recovered 75 parcels of cocaine weighing 1.50kg from factory sealed cold water starch sachets at the export shed of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, Lagos.​ Agency spokesman Femi Babafemi said the three cargo agents, Jubrin Firdausi Hassana, Kuku Daniel Oluwasegun and Igwe Chioma Jane, were arrested on Saturday, December 20, 2025, in connection with the shipment. Further investigation linked the consignment to 37 year old Nwobodo, who was picked up the following day at a relaxation centre in Ikeja while on a date with his girlfriend.​ Babafemi described Nwobodo as a notorious trafficker who had previously been convicted in 2023 for attempting to ship 30.10kg […]

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NDLEA arrests Lagos female drug kingpin

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has arrested a wanted female drug kingpin in Lagos after discovering 23.5 kilograms of cocaine hidden in her children’s room. The suspect was picked up during a raid on her residence following weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance by NDLEA operatives.​ According to the agency, the cocaine was carefully concealed in bags and containers placed among children’s belongings to avoid detection. NDLEA officials said the tactic was part of a wider effort by the suspect to use her family home as cover for large scale drug trafficking activities.​ The agency described the woman as a key figure in a trafficking network responsible for moving cocaine within Lagos and to other parts of the country. She had reportedly been on NDLEA’s watch list for some time before being tracked to the Lagos address where she […]

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Ecuador defender Mario Pineida shot dead in Guayaquil

Ecuadorian footballer Mario Pineida has been shot dead in the port city of Guayaquil, his club and national authorities have confirmed. The 33 year old defender played for Barcelona de Guayaquil and had previously represented the Ecuador national team.​ Police said Pineida was killed in an apparent targeted attack as violence continues to surge in Ecuador. Another person also died in the incident, while a third victim was injured. The shooting took place in the Samanes area in northern Guayaquil, about 265 kilometres southwest of the capital, Quito.​ Ecuador’s Interior Ministry confirmed Pineida’s death but did not provide further details about the circumstances of the attack or possible suspects. Barcelona de Guayaquil released a statement expressing deep sorrow at his passing and said the club’s fans were devastated by the news.​ Pineida began his professional career with Independiente del Valle, […]

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Venezuela slams Trump’s ‘total blockade’ threat

Venezuela has condemned US President Donald Trump’s order for a “total and complete” blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers heading to the country, calling it a “warmongering” threat and a grave danger to peace in South America. The move is part of Washington’s effort to increase pressure on President Nicolas Maduro’s government.​ The escalation follows the recent seizure of an oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast and a significant build-up of US military forces in the region. In a post on Truth Social, Trump accused Venezuela of using oil revenue to fund drug trafficking and other crimes and vowed to expand the military presence until Caracas hands over oil, land and other assets he claims were “stolen” from the United States.​ Trump wrote that Venezuela is “completely surrounded by the largest Armada ever assembled in the History of South America” and […]

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US seizes Nigerian owned supertanker over suspected crude theft

The United States Coast Guard, working with the US Navy, has intercepted and seized a Nigerian owned supertanker named Skipper over allegations of crude oil theft and other transnational crimes. The 20 year old Very Large Crude Carrier, which has long operated in West African and South American waters, was taken under US law enforcement authority after a multi agency investigation raised red flags about its movements and cargo records.​ US security officials said intelligence reports linked the Skipper to suspected crude theft, piracy and possible drug trafficking across several jurisdictions. Beyond concerns over stolen oil, investigators are probing whether the vessel was moving a large consignment of hard drugs and funnelling proceeds through illicit financial networks.​ The tanker is said to be owned and managed in practice by Lagos based Thomarose Global Ventures Ltd, although its registered owner is […]

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