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Nigeria

Withdrawal of Escorts: Fear Grips VIPs as Police Plan Modalities

Fear has spread among Nigeria's VIPs following President Bola Tinubu’s order for the withdrawal of police escort services. The move, publicized by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, tasks the Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) with VIP protection, freeing police for their core public safety duties. The decision, aimed at confronting nationwide security threats, has prompted uncertainty among influential persons, who question the NSCDC’s ability to provide adequate security compared to battle-ready mobile police units. Police sources cite heavy incoming calls from anxious VIPs, with some likening this shift to “engaging boy scouts,” fearing lower training and operational readiness. Security experts highlight years of resource diversion, with many police officers reassigned from community patrol to escort convoys, leaving neighborhoods under-protected. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) and civil society groups criticize the move as “political theatre” and not a strategic solution […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 25, 2025

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Nigeria

NDLEA Arrests Drug Kingpin, Dismantles Synthetic Drug Lab in Lagos

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a notorious drug kingpin, Yussuf Azeez, at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos while he tried to board a flight to Saudi Arabia for Umrah. The suspect, previously charged with drug offenses in the UK and Nigeria, had set up a major synthetic cannabis laboratory in Lekki, Lagos. NDLEA operatives raided the lab, found 148.3 kilograms of Colorado—an illicit synthetic strain of cannabis—and dismantled laboratory equipment and precursor chemicals. Additional suspects were arrested at the site. In related operations, NDLEA intercepted designer drugs and methamphetamine at Lagos terminals, seized tramadol and cannabis in Niger and Taraba states, and arrested multiple traffickers nationwide. Seizures included 769 kg of skunk, 105.5 kg of Molly, 15,000+ tramadol capsules, and other contraband moving between states. The agency has pledged to intensify crackdowns on drug cartels […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 9, 2025

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Ahafo

Coalition Against Galamsey Condemns Attack on Anti-Mining Officers in Asutifi North

The Coalition Against Galamsey, Ghana, has strongly condemned the violent attack on members of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Squad (NAIMOS) and other security personnel during a recent enforcement operation in the Asutifi North District. In an official statement, the Coalition described the assault — reportedly involving a sitting Member of Parliament accused of inciting residents to confront state officials — as a “grave affront to national security, democratic governance, and the rule of law.” The group warned that illegal mining (galamsey) continues to destroy rivers, forests, and farming lands, posing a direct threat to Ghana’s environment, economy, and public health. It added that any attack on enforcement officers is an attack on the state and the future of its citizens. The Coalition called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to reaffirm his zero-tolerance policy against political interference in the […]

Ahmad November 5, 2025

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Entertainment

EFCC Suspends Officers Accused by Rapper Oladips of ₦10m Extortion

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has suspended several operatives accused by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, of extorting ₦10 million from him during his detention in 2024. Oladips made the allegation during an interview on the Trending podcast, where he claimed he was arrested in a midnight raid at his Lagos residence in November 2024 and detained for five days without evidence of wrongdoing. “They collected money (₦10 million) from me before they released me. They didn’t find anything on me. So, what was the money for? What was all that stress and suffering for? It’s just Nigeria. Nigeria just happened to me,” the artist said. Reacting to the claims, the EFCC issued a statement on its official X (formerly Twitter) page on Saturday, confirming that it had launched a formal investigation into the incident […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 1, 2025

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Nigeria

Police Arrest Five for Impersonating Officers in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has arrested five men for allegedly impersonating police officers and extorting citizens across three states. The suspects — Aliyu Abbas (35), Sani Iliyasu (47), Ashiru Sule (41), Abubakar Yahaya (45), and Adamu Kalilu (45) — were apprehended on Thursday by operatives of the command’s Special Intervention Squad. In a statement issued on Saturday in Kano, the command’s spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, said the suspects were found in possession of a fake police warrant card, handcuffs, mutilated Naira notes, CFA 2,500, and a blue Peugeot 406 vehicle. Kiyawa said the suspects had confessed to extorting unsuspecting citizens in Kano, Katsina, and Kaduna States. He quoted the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, as restating the command’s commitment to fighting crime and ensuring public safety. The police spokesperson added that the suspects would be charged to court […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 18, 2025

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Nigeria

 NDLEA Busts Syndicate Behind UK-Bound Cocaine Shipments

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has smashed two major drug cartels responsible for shipping cocaine to the United Kingdom. In a series of intelligence-led operations in Lagos, the agency arrested five suspects, including the alleged ringleader, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode. The syndicate was known for concealing drugs in everyday items like body cream containers, stainless steel cups, and hair gel. The breakthrough came on September 16th when NDLEA operatives at the Lagos airport intercepted 13.4kg of cocaine hidden in cocoa butter body cream containers. This led to the arrest of a cargo agent and, after weeks of surveillance, the capture of the main suspect, Ode. In related busts, the agency foiled five other UK-bound shipments and arrested additional suspects, seizing more cocaine and other illicit drugs like cannabis, tramadol, and codeine syrup in operations across several states.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 6, 2025

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international

Apple Removes ICE Tracking Apps from App Store

Apple has removed several mobile applications used to track U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from its App Store. The move came on Thursday following reported pressure from the Trump administration. The apps, which allowed users to anonymously report the locations of ICE officers, had grown in popularity amid the administration's intensified deportation efforts. Officials argued that the apps endangered law enforcement lives, citing a recent deadly shooting at an ICE facility in Texas where the gunman was alleged to have used such a tool. Apple confirmed the removal in a statement, saying it acted "based on information we've received from law enforcement about the safety risks." The Attorney General's office stated it had demanded the removal of the popular "ICEBlock" app, and Apple complied. The company did not provide further comment on the decision, which highlights the ongoing […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 3, 2025

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Sports

Six Arrested in Lagos for Vandalising Obalende Barricade

Lagos State authorities have arrested six men for vandalising a government barricade at Obalende Roundabout, one of the city’s busiest traffic points. The suspects were identified as Matthew Yohana (19), Jinadu Aliyu (33), Yohanna Adamu (29), Ayuba James (25), Umoru John (19), and Yakubu Ali (25). Confirming the arrests in a statement on X, the Lagos State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said the culprits would face prosecution in line with state laws. “All arrested individuals will be prosecuted in line with the relevant extant law of the state. We will not allow criminality or lawlessness to undermine public safety or the environment in Lagos State,” Wahab said. The crackdown comes amid heightened enforcement efforts to curb vandalism and maintain order in the state. Earlier this year, several young people were arrested in Ojota and Ikeja […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 6, 2025

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USA

Gunmen Kidnap US Missionary During Sermon In South Africa

In a brazen act of violence, gunmen stormed a church service in Durban, South Africa, kidnapping a U.S. missionary mid-sermon and sparking international outrage. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday evening, underscores growing concerns about organized crime, foreigner-targeted abductions, and security challenges in the region. The victim, identified as 42-year-old Pastor Michael Carter from Ohio, was leading a prayer session at a local congregation when armed men disrupted the gathering, firing shots into the air before seizing him. Eyewitnesses described chaos as worshippers fled, while the assailants escaped with Carter in a waiting vehicle. Local authorities have launched a manhunt, though no group has claimed responsibility. South Africa’s high crime rates, particularly kidnappings for ransom, have surged in recent years, with foreigners increasingly targeted due to perceptions of wealth. The U.S. State Department has issued repeated travel advisories warning citizens […]

Ahmad April 11, 2025

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Ahafo

Two Soldiers Sentenced for Kidnapping and Robbery of Small-Scale Miner.

Two soldiers have been sentenced to 10 years in prison for their involvement in the kidnapping and robbery of a small-scale miner, Mr. Andrews Asante, in Ametubuom. Lance Corporals Alfred Mensah and Matthew Amoako, alongside their accomplices, ambushed the miner’s home and forced him to hand over money and valuables totaling GH₵96,500. The robbers, who wore military uniforms, beat the miner and his family members before fleeing with the stolen goods. They were arrested after a police chase, but their fellow soldiers, Frimpong and Francis, remain on the run.

Edem 4Style January 28, 2025

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