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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, Kano Strategic Command, has arrested no fewer than 73 suspects and recovered illicit drugs during raids on notorious drug dens in Kano. A statement on Friday by the Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics/Public Relations Officer of the strategic command, Sadiq Maigatari, said the suspects were apprehended during a one-day intelligence-led operation in the Kano metropolitan area. According to the statement, the raids were carried out at the Filin Mahaha drug den, Sani Abacha Youth Centre, and the Sheka area in Kano metropolis. “In a one-day coordinated intelligence-led operation conducted under ‘Operation Sharar Mafaka,’ officers of…
The Federal Government’s decision to approve the early procurement of fertiliser raw materials has saved Nigeria about $44m and shielded farmers from supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran, according to PFI NPK Limited. PFI NPK Limited, the implementation vehicle for the Presidential Fertiliser Initiative and a wholly owned entity of the Ministry of Finance Incorporated, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja. The company said the early procurement strategy, approved by President Bola Tinubu, enabled Nigeria to secure fertiliser supplies months before fresh geopolitical tensions disrupted global shipping routes and…
Fifty cyclists departed Lagos on Friday, embarking on a 1,110-kilometre cross-border expedition across four West African countries in a bold demonstration of sustainable transport and climate advocacy. Organised by FT Cycle Care in conjunction with the Cycling Federation of Nigeria and the Velo NG Community, the Tour D’Afrique 2026 7.0 kicked off at the ECOWAS Secretariat in Onikan, Lagos, on Nigeria’s Democracy Day, with the theme “Riding Against Climate Change.” The eight-day ride will pass through Benin Republic, Ghana and Togo before the cyclists return to Lagos on June 19. Organisers say the zero-emissions journey — covering 1,110 kilometres entirely…
Actress, Omobewaji Oyediji, popularly known as Mo Bewa, has said that despite the progress made in the Nigerian film industry, female actors are still often confined to stereotypical roles. Speaking in an interview with Saturday Beats, the actress acknowledged that the portrayal of women in Nollywood has improved significantly over the years but noted that certain limitations persist. “Female roles in Nollywood have evolved significantly over the years. We are seeing more women portrayed as leaders, entrepreneurs, politicians and complex characters with depth and agency. However, some stereotypes still exist, especially in certain genres where women are often boxed into…
After a high school teacher in Georgia was found guilty of sexual assault, the student she assaulted had the opportunity to confront her during her sentencing hearing. On Thursday, June 11, Bonnie Brown was convicted of improper sexual contact with a male student from abuse that took place in 2023, according to 11 Alive. Immediately after she was convicted, Greene County Judge Stephen A. Bradley sentenced Brown, 27, to 40 years in prison. The first 15 years of her sentence will be served in confinement, according to the outlet. She will also be required to register herself as a sex…
As the world confronts record-breaking temperatures, deadly heatwaves, devastating floods and a looming overshoot of the Paris Agreement target, World Environment Day 2026 has become a rallying point for urgent climate action. In this special report, DARE AKOGUN examines global and local responses to climate change, the growing threat of extreme heat in Nigeria, and why experts insist that the time for action is now From the global stage in Baku, Azerbaijan, to climate-focused events in Lagos and Edo State, stakeholders stressed that the climate crisis is no longer a distant threat but a present-day emergency affecting economies, public health,…
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested five suspected kidnappers in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State. In a statement on its official Facebook page on Friday, the Nigerian Army said the suspects were members of a kidnapping syndicate responsible for terrorising innocent civilians in the area. The statement reads: “Troops of Joint Task Force North East Operation HADIN KAI have continued to dominate the battlefield with massive operational gains in the ongoing fight against terrorism and criminality in the North-East region, with the arrest of suspected kidnappers and the recovery of arms and ammunition in Magumeri Local Government…
A healthy man is an asset to his marriage, a blessing to his family and a pillar of support in his community. The month of June is set aside for men and the positive role they play within their families and society. However, many of them still carry emotional pain that is rarely discussed or acknowledged. Behind the responsibilities of providing, leading and supporting their families, many men also struggle with feelings of stress, disappointment, failure, rejection, loneliness and unmet expectations. A strong and lasting marriage is not defined by the absence of challenges or emotional distress, but by the…
The Federal Government may begin paying salaries, pensions and social welfare benefits through the eNaira under a new Central Bank of Nigeria roadmap aimed at transforming the country’s digital currency into a major payment channel. The proposal is contained in the Nigeria Payments System Vision 2028, released by the CBN, which outlines plans to expand the use of the eNaira and move it from a pilot project to a core payment rail for government and private-sector transactions. The eNaira, launched in October 2021 as Africa’s first central bank digital currency, was introduced to deepen financial inclusion, reduce the cost of…
The Super Eagles, once undisputedly Africa’s most valuable national team, have slipped to seventh place in the latest Transfermarkt market value rankings, as Morocco, Ivory Coast and Senegal surge clear of the pack ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Saturday PUNCH reports. With Nigeria’s current squad valued at €172.05m — a figure dragged down by injuries, inconsistent form and the inclusion of several lower-valued players from domestic and emerging leagues. Victor Osimhen remains the face of the squad and one of the continent’s biggest stars, but significant value drops elsewhere have taken their toll, while Ademola Lookman and Terem…
