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Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have taken into custody a pastor and his wife for allegedly concealing 11 kilograms of skunk within their vehicle. The couple was intercepted at the Seme border in Lagos State during a routine check.
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended a suspected kingpin and other members of a drug trafficking ring that used palm kernel oil tins to conceal cocaine for export to the United Kingdom. The operation also led to significant drug seizures in other parts of the country.
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has pledged to take disciplinary action against police officers shown in a widely circulated video allegedly harassing two young men in Lagos. The incident, which occurred in the Abulado area on Saturday, March 4, has drawn significant public criticism.
Operatives from the Zone 2 headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force in Onikan, Lagos, have arrested three individuals for their alleged involvement in criminal conspiracy, cybercrime, forgery, impersonation, and cultism. The suspects were apprehended following credible intelligence and a subsequent operation in the Lekki-Ajah axis, leading to the recovery of various incriminating items.
Two separate fire incidents have caused extensive damage in Lagos, razing significant portions of Tejuosho Market and the Aluminum Village in Dopemu. Billions of naira in property are reported to have been lost in the blazes that occurred early Saturday.
The Bloom Conversations with Sola, an initiative aimed at creating a supportive environment for professional women, recently held its third exclusive event in Lekki, Lagos. The gathering brought together 40 women to focus on personal and career development.
Descasio hosted an executive brunch in Lagos to celebrate women in leadership, coinciding with International Women's Day. The event also marked the launch of their 'Give to Gain' Leadership Insights Report, featuring discussions on mentorship, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
Mikano Motors has concluded its Changan Creators Challenge, an initiative aimed at supporting and rewarding digital creators in Nigeria. The grand finale saw Chibundu Victor Chisom emerge as the winner, receiving a Mikano Changan CS35 car, while other finalists received cash prizes.
The LOGIC Church is preparing for the second edition of its "Jesus + Nothing" Worship event, scheduled for Good Friday, April 3, 2026. The event aims to be a proclamation of the Gospel through music, focusing on the message of Jesus Christ.
Adidas Nigeria, BYD Nigeria, and BEYOND Fitness Africa recently joined forces to host a private wellness event in Lagos on March 28, 2026. The morning focused on innovation, community, and energy, featuring fitness sessions and recovery activities.
A Lagos State High Court has sentenced Olumuyiwa Idowu and his company, Tennyvans Nigeria Limited, to five years in prison for fraud involving significant sums of money. The conviction includes multiple counts of theft and asset misrepresentation.
A 14-year-old named Eke Miracle has been apprehended at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos after trying to sneak onto an aircraft. The incident raised serious concerns about airport security protocols.
The Federal High Court in Lagos will discontinue manual filing starting April 24, 2026, replacing it with an electronic filing system, alongside a ₦10,000 penalty for any misrepresentation of documentation.
Lagos, along with Kaduna and Oyo, has been recognized among the top ten in Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business Report published by the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council (PEBEC). Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu credited this success to focused reforms aimed at enhancing the business landscape.
Many small and medium enterprises in Ketu-Epe, Lagos, are struggling to survive due to ongoing electricity outages caused by cable theft. Business owners are forced to seek costly alternatives to maintain their operations.
