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Tinubu Orders Probe Into Killing Of A Mother, 6 Children In Kano

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Tosin Olatokunbo
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Killers Of Housewife and Six Children

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has described the gruesome murder of a house wife in Kano state,  Fatima Abubakar, and her six children as barbaric, directing security agencies to apprehend those involved in the dastardly act.

The president has therefore ordered that a full investigation be conducted on the issue, with the sole aim of punishing those involved.

Tinubu’s directive came barely 72 hours after the incident, that has been widely condemned across the country. The state government said at the weekend that some suspects have been arrested in  connection with the incident.

In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, condoled with the family of the deceased, saying the government will get to the root of the killing. He also commended the police for swinging into action immediately after the incident happened, which led to the arrest of the suspects.

“The President condemned the action as barbaric and condoled with the bereaved family over the tragedy,” the statement noted.

“The President commended the police for the swift arrest of the principal suspects and ordered the investigation and diligent prosecution of the suspects.”

The  magazine had earlier reported that Fatima and her children  were killed on Saturday in a violent attack at Dorayi Chiranci Quarters in the state by the suspects.

Confirming the arrest of the suspects, the state police command said on Saturday, that among those arrested was a nephew of the mother of six.

According to the Command’s spokesman Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa in a statement he issued at the weekend,  a team of police crack operatives successfully arrested the suspects during an operation that lasted for hours on Saturday.

“The suspects, Umar Auwalu, ‘m’, 23 years old of Sabuwar Gandu Quarters Kano, Isyaku Yakubu, ‘m’, AKA ‘Chebe’, 40 years old, of Sagagi Quarters Kano, and Yakubu Abdulaziz, ‘m’, AKA ‘Wawo’, 21 years old, of Sabon Gida Sharada Quarters Kano, were arrested during a Sting Operation that lasted between 10pm of 17th January 2026 and 4am of 18th January 2026.

“The leader of the syndicate, Umar Auwalu, a nephew to the deceased housewife, confessed to the crime and also admitted that the same syndicate has carried out a series of gruesome killings and attacks in the recent past, including the killing and burning of two housewives at Tudun Yola Quarters Kano.

“Recoveries from the suspects included four clothes with blood stains, the deceased’s two mobile phones, a Cutlass, a Club (Gora), and some amount of money robbed at the scene, as well as dangerous weapons. Investigation is in progress.”

Agege LG: Speaker, Obasa Fingered In Controversial Appointment Of Agege Vice Chairman

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Akinwale Kasali
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Mudashiru Obasa

By Akinwale Kasali

Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, has been indicted by some stakeholders in the All Progressives Congress, APC, Agege Local Government, of imposing Hon. Adewale Azeez as the Vice Chairman of LG.

A detailed Facebook post by Sheriffdeen Ojon popular as Omo Eko, questioned the political process that led to the emergence of the current Agege LG leadership.

Hon. Tunde Azeez, popular as Disco, the former Chairman of the LG resigned citing Ill health, giving room for Obasa’s Son, Hon. Abdul-Ganiyu Vinod, who was his Vice to take over the saddle as the Council Boss.

Ojon insisted that Obasa planned the succession process which gave room for him to select Disco for the position, knowing fully well that the State of his health will not allow him govern the LG. He added that the arrangement  was  temporary, before he resigned on health grounds, paving the way for succession within the same political circle.

The emergence of Hon. Adewale Azeez as the new Vice Chairman of the Council is, however, questionable. He is the son of the former Chairman, Hon. Tunde Azeez who resigned his position.

The appointment was deliberately kept low-key to avoid public opposition.

Ojon Omo Eko also raised concerns about the background and local familiarity of the Vice Chairman, claiming he had limited ties to Agege and lacked sufficient knowledge of the community.

He further questioned the qualifications of the former Chairman, making allegations regarding his Educational Credentials and past association with political activities.

These claims, though remain unverified.

He further accused the LAHA Speaker of wielding excessive influence over political structures in Agege and parts of Alimosho, describing it as a pattern of unilateral decision-making in Local Governance.

It, also, called on political leaders at the National and State levels to reassess internal party processes to promote transparency and inclusiveness.

Ojon Omo Eko also made a call for increased political participation and accountability ahead of the 2027 General elections, urging residents to support candidates they believe better represent community interests.

It would be recalled that prior to the last Local Government Election in Lagos, the people of Agege protested against the imposition of Chairmanship Candidates on the people, leading to the withdrawal of  Obasa, the Son of the House of Assembly  Speaker from the race of becoming the Chairman of Agege LG.

In a planned political move, Hon. Tunde Azeez emerged as the Chairmanship Candidate for the All Progressives Congress, APC, in Agege LG, picking Obasa’s son, Vinod as his Vice.

Less than Six months into the saddle, he resigned, paving way for Obasa’s son to become the Chairman of the LG.

Ondo: Fake Doctor Operating Illegal Clinic Arrested

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Ayodele Oni
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Nigerian Police

By Ayodele Oni

In its fight against quackery, Ondo State Police Command has arrested a suspect operating an illegal clinic at Ore.

Command’s spokesman, Abayomi Jimoh, explained that the arrest forms part of the intensified efforts to dismantle medical criminal networks operating within the state.

The statement stated that “the arrest followed an intelligence-led operation by Command’s Surveillance Team, during which the suspect, Idris Nasiru (male), aged 25 years, was apprehended.

“A search of his shop led to the recovery of various medical items, including packs of injection needles, medical drips, bandages, and assorted medical kits.

“Subsequently, a thorough search of his residence was conducted with a duly signed search warrant, during which used injection bottles, needles, and syringes were also recovered.

“Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect is not a registered medical practitioner, confirming that the clinic was being operated illegally.

“He has since made useful statements while in custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.”

Commending the operatives for their prompt and professional conduct, the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Adebowale Lawal, emphasized the importance of intelligence-led policing in disrupting criminal activities.

He reassured residents of the Command’s unwavering resolve to leave no stone unturned in ensuring the safety and security of lives and property across the State.

Nigerian Hacked To Death In India By Siblings

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Ayodele Oni
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Abike Dabiri-Erewa
Abike Dabiri-Erewa

By Ayodele Oni

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has reacted to a reported case of a Nigerian beaten to death in India, by his siblings, calling for thorough investigation into the matter.

The commission said it was saddened by the tragic and senseless death of Emeka Christian, a Nigerian national in Pune, India, allegedly beaten to death by two of his brothers, Chukwudi Okafor, 31, and Samuel Eze, over a romantic dispute.

NiDCOM in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun quoted its CEO, Abike Dabiri-Erewa as saying “We extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved family and loved ones during this painful time. No family should endure such heartbreak.

NiDCOM called on the relevant Indian authorities to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation, ensuring that justice is served without delay.

“We also urge all Nigerians in the diaspora to always be their brothers’ keepers, resolve conflicts peacefully through dialogue, and uphold the highest standards of conduct.

“As ambassadors of our great nation in their respective domains, your actions abroad reflect on Nigeria’s image, let us choose unity, respect, and lawfulness in every situation.

“Violence has no place among us. Together, we can build a stronger, more positive diaspora community,” Dabiri-Erewa, counselled

BREAKING: Singer, Destiny Boy Dies At 22

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Akinwale Kasali
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Afeez Adeshina aka Destiny Boy
Afeez Adeshina aka Destiny Boy

By Akinwale Kasali

The Nigeria Music Industry has been dealt a big blow with the demise of 22 year, Afeez Adeshina, popular as Destiny Boy.

The news of the demise of the Afrobeat Singer was confirmed on Sunday, January 18, 2025, after a video of his lifeless body surfaced on social media.

The body was interred  at Abeokuta, Ogun State Sunday according to Islamic Rites.

The young singer rose to fame and prominence in 2019 after his Fuji cover of “If”, one of Davido’s hit songs.

He announced the birth of his first child in November 2024, at age 20 on his Instagram page.

What led to his death remains unknown as at the filing in of this report.

Alaafin May Head To Court Over Olubadan’s Emergence As Chairman, Oyo Council Of Obas

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Akinwale Kasali
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Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade 1,

By Akinwale Kasali

There are strong speculations that the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Akeem Abimbola Owoade 1, may head to Court over the emergence of Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja, the Olubadan of Ibadanland as the Chairman, Oyo Council of Obas and Chiefs.

Last week Thursday, Governor Seyi Makinde inaugurated the Olubadan as the Chairman of the Council. But it did  not go down well with the Alaafin. Proof? He did not attend the event held at the House of Chiefs Secretariat in Ibadan, the State capital.

The inauguration followed the passage of the Oyo State Council of Obas and Chiefs (Further Amendments) Bill, 2025, by the Oyo State House of Assembly.

Governor Makinde had stated at the event that the Chairmanship of the Council will now be rotational among the trio of Olubadan Of Ibadanland, Alaafin of Oyo and the Soun of Ogbomosoland, with each one of them serving a term of two years.

It was  however, gathered from sources that the Alaafin deliberately stayed away from the inauguration out of what was described as “shame”.

This may prompt the Monarch to seek redress over the issue at the Court of Law.

“There is a tendency that the Alaafin will go to court. The late Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, also went to court. The late Alaafin was the permanent chairman of the Oyo State traditional council, and he stated this clearly in all his letters. Nobody challenged him”.

Insinuations from sources close to the Palace of the Alaafin revealed that it would have been shameful to the Alaafin if he had attended the meeting, as the mantle of authority would have been taken away from him without prior notice and given to the Olubadan.

One of the sources said that the current Alaafin is suffering from the act of his predecessor, the Late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi.

“During Baba Lamidi Adeyemi’s time, he was involved in Ladoja’s impeachment. Since then, Ladoja has been angry with the Alaafin stool but couldn’t do anything then.

Rashidi Ladoja - Olubadan
Oba Rasheed Adewolu Ladoja

“Now that he has become the Olubadan and Baba has passed on, he has decided to take it out on the new Alaafin. But he didn’t realise that this Alaafin is not that soft,” he added.

The Director, Media, and Public Affairs to the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Adeola Oloko, has not issued a statement or reacted to the speculations that the Alaafin may head to Court and the alleged brewing crisis and supremacy battle between the Olubadan and the Alaafin.

Also, the Oyo State Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, had declined to comment on the matter, saying that “Capital no comment,” when contacted.

It would be recalled that less than a year ago that the New Alaafin was installed after the passage of Late Oba Lamidi Adeyemi, he has been at loggerheads with the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi over supremacy battle, most recently, the installation of Okanlomo of Yorubaland Title to an Industrialist and Businessman by the Ooni, which the Alaafin queried, saying that Ooni does not have the right to give such honour and title to anyone.

He said he only has the constitutional right to do so, leading to brickbats, with the Alaafin issuing a Seven Day Ultimatum for the Ooni to reverse such Title.

FG Charges Mike Ozekhome To Court For Alleged Criminal Offences Over London Property

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Adesina Soyooye
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Mike Ozekhome

By Adesina Soyooye

“Immigration: “Passport (No) A07535463 Was Never Utilized, No Record Of Holder In Database”

Prominent and respected Senior Lawyer, Chief Mike Ozekhome, is passing through difficult times. Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, has been charged, by the Federal Government with a three counts  of criminal offences at aHigh Court of the Federal Capital Territory in Abuja.

The charges involve allegations of corruption and the forgery of documents related to a property at 79 Randall Avenue, London NW2 7SX.

Ozekhome, 68, is confronted with the offences filed by the Federal Republic of Nigeria in Charge No: FCT/HC/CR/2026, dated 16th January 2026.

Count 1 of the charges

alleges that Chief Ozekhome,  in August 2021, or thereabou,t at Abuja within the jurisdiction of the court, directly received House 79 Randall Avenue, London NW2 7SX purportedly given to him by one Mr. Shani Tali, an act he knew constitutes a felony and thereby committed an offence contrary to Section 13 and punishable under Section 24 of the Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Act, 2000.

Count 2 alleges that Chief Ozekhome, sometime in August 2021 or thereabout at Abuja, while being a legal practitioner and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, did make a false document—a Nigeria passport A07535463 bearing the name of Mr. Shani Tali—with intent to use same to support claim of ownership of property known as “79 Randall Avenue, London NW2 7SX” with intent to commit fraud, thereby committing an offence contrary to Section 363 and punishable under Section 364 of the Penal Code CAP 532 Laws of the Federal Capital Territory Abuja, 2006.

Count 3 states that Chief Ozekhome, while being a legal practitioner and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, dishonestly used as genuine, a false Nigerian passport, A07535463, bearing the name of Mr. Shani Tali, to support claim of ownership of property known as “79 Randall Avenue, London NW2 7SX” when he had reason to believe that the said document was false, thereby committing an offence contrary to Section 366 and punishable under Section 364 of the Penal Code.

Dr. Osuobeni Ekoi Akponimisingha, Head, High Profile Prosecution Department, NGOZI ONWUKA – Assistant Chief Legal Officer, ICPC Headquarters, signed the charges for the Hon. Attorney-General of the Federation.

The case, as revealed by Court documents was  triggered by a judgment of the First-Tier Tribunal Property Chamber (Land Registration) in London, Case Number REF/2023/0155 dated 11/9/2025, involving Tali Shani (Applicants) versus Chief Mike Agbedor Abu Ozekhome (Respondent) over the property at 79 Randall Avenue, London NW2 7SX (Title number: MX 117803).

The hearings by the Tribunal were held on 11th and 12th June 2024, at 10 Alfred Place, London, and on 29th and 30th July 2025, and 2nd September 2025, by Cloud Video Platform. Judge Ewan Paton was in charge of the case.

From the “Proofs of Evidence” document, Mr. Wakili Joshua Musa, an employee/investigator with the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), is billed to testify that the Commission received a petition on the judgment by the London First-Tier Tribunal in respect of House 79 Randall Avenue, London NW2 7SX.

“The investigator will tell the court that the judgment-related petitioner was assigned to his team for discreet investigation, and that his team developed an investigation strategy which was approved by the Honourable Chairman of the Commission.

“The team wrote letters to banks and other relevant government and private institutions to retrieve documents relevant to the allegations in the judgment-related petition. They also received passport registration information from the Nigerian Immigration Service with respect to the international passport of Shani Tali allegedly used by the defendant to support his claim for the property in London.

“The investigator will further tell the court that his team obtained a certified true copy of the judgment at the London First-Tier Tribunal and will provide comprehensive details of the facts of the case investigated along with his team members.

A critical piece of evidence comes from the Nigeria Immigration Service in a letter dated 18th December 2025, addressed to the Honourable Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC).

The letter, with reference NIS/HQ/I&C/INT/5164/, stated:

“I am directed to convey the compliments of the Comptroller General to the Honourable Chairman and wish to acknowledge the receipt of your letter referenced: ICPC/OPS/FID/STF.1/2188 dated 5th November, 2025 as well as to inform on the following findings:

“1: Passport booklet number A07535463 was never utilized due to a defect and, consequently, there is no record of a holder for this passport number in our database.

“ii: Passport numbers are uniquely assigned and are never duplicated.

Preliminary findings indicate that the passport booklet had personal data unlawfully superimposed on it. Furthermore, there are numerous inconsistencies on the data-page, suggesting significant irregularities in its production.

“The foregoing is respectfully submitted for your information and further necessary action, please.”

IA OZIGI, pcc+, fsl, mnlm, inspsp, Assistant Comptroller General I/C (Investigation/Compliance) signed the letter for the Comptroller General of Immigration Service.

A copy of the disputed Nigerian passport bearing number A07535463, showing the name “SHANI TALI” with date of birth 02 APR/AVR 73, place of birth “PLATEAU ABEOKUTA,” and date of issue 02 JUL/JUL 21, expiry date 01 JUL/JUL 26 was attached to it.

According to reports,

“The court documents also include an extra-judicial statement from Chief Mike Ozekhome dated 12/01/2026, in which he provides his account of events. In the statement with caution (ICPC Statement No. 003648), Ozekhome gives his version of how he came to be involved with the London property and addresses the allegations against him.

“The prosecution has listed the following witnesses to testify:

Mr. Joshua Wakili – C/o ICPC Headquarters, Abuja

Mr. Tosin Olayiwola – C/o ICPC Headquarters, Abuja

Mr. Ebenezer Nduo – C/o ICPC Headquarters, Abuja

Mr. Blessing Monokpo – C/o ICPC Headquarters, Abuja.

“Representative of Nigeria Immigration Service – C/o ICPC Headquarters, Abuja

Any other vital witness by way of subpoena or filing additional list of witnesses

The prosecution has listed the following exhibits:

Case number REF/2023/0155 (judgment) dated 11/9/2025

Extra-judicial Statement of the Defendant dated 12/01/2026

Interim forfeiture proceeding in respect of House 79 Randall Avenue, London NW2 7SX at the Federal High Court

Letter dated 18/12/2025

Data page of Shani Tali

Any other relevant documents being awaited relating to the case”

Mrs Opral Benson Declared Missing By Family… But She’s In Liberia

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Adesina Soyooye
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Mrs Opral Benson

By Adesina Soyooye

The family of Mrs Opral Benson, the Iya Oge of Lagos, recently declared her missing.

A release titled Urgent Community Alert said the whereabouts of Opral Benson, the matriarch of the TOS Benson family, Ikorodu, Lagos, have been unknown since Tuesday, January 13, 2026. “The family reports that Mama Opral Benson has been missing since Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She has NOT RETURNED HOME and her current whereabouts are UNKNOWN.

“Anyone who has SEEN HER, or has ANY INFORMATION, no matter how small, is urged to CONTACT IMMEDIATELY:

0803 703 9214.

Alternatively, please report to the nearest police station.

“THIS IS TIME SENSITIVE.

PLEASE SHARE IMMEDIATELY”

However, while questions, such as – Did she go out alone? If not, who went out with her? Where is her care giver? – were being asked, another report said Mama Opral Benson is in Liberia, her home country; that she arrived Liberia on Wednesday.

But her presence in Liberia has, also, raised more questions. Did she go to Liberia without informing any family members? Who drove her to the airport? Who accompanied her?

And, if the family knew, why was she declared missing?

Killers Of Housewife, Six Children Arrested By Police

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Ayodele Oni
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Killers Of Housewife and Six Children

By Ayodele Oni

Kano State Police Command, has arrested three suspected masterminds behind the brutal murder of a housewife and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters, Kano on Saturday.

Command spokesman Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa in a statement, revealed that a team of police crack operatives successfully arrested the suspects.

“The suspects, Umar Auwalu, ‘m’, 23 years old of Sabuwar Gandu Quarters Kano, Isyaku Yakubu, ‘m’, AKA ‘Chebe’, 40 years old, of Sagagi Quarters Kano, and Yakubu Abdulaziz, ‘m’, AKA ‘Wawo’, 21 years old, of Sabon Gida Sharada Quarters Kano, were arrested during a Sting Operation that lasted between 10pm of 17th January 2026 and 4am of 18th January 2026.

“The leader of the syndicate, Umar Auwalu, a nephew to the deceased housewife, confessed to the crime and also admitted that the same syndicate has carried out a series of gruesome killings and attacks in the recent past, including the killing and burning of two housewives at Tudun Yola Quarters Kano.

“Recoveries from the suspects included four clothes with blood stains, the deceased’s two mobile phones, a Cutlass, a Club (Gora), and some amount of money robbed at the scene, as well as dangerous weapons. Investigation is in progress.”

The Kano State Police Command commended the efforts of the Police Officers involved in the operation, members of the public for their prayers, support, encouragement and cooperation, and assured the public of commitment to bringing perpetrators of crimes to justice.

​Suspected Drug Baron On Wanted List For 12 Years Nabbed By NDLEA

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Ayodele Oni
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Lekan Jimoh, aka “Kanmo-kanmo”: After his arrest.

By Ayodele Oni

After 12 years of manhunt, Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, (NDLEA),have apprehended a long-wanted drug kingpin, Lekan Jimoh, popularly known as “Kanmo-kanmo”.

Jimoh has been on the wanted list of the agency for his alleged involvement in the brutal killing of three NDLEA officers.

According to a press release on Sunday, NDLEA Director, Media & Advocacy, Femi Babafemi, Kanmo-Kanmo, who is notorious for drug trafficking, evading arrest and mobilising armed thugs against security agents, was on Friday, 16th January 202,6 tracked to his hideout in Owode town, Ogun State by tactical teams of the Agency following credible intelligence.

During the clinical operation, the suspect was found in possession of 69 kilograms of skunk, a strain of cannabis.

The arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the Agency’s commitment to ensuring that no fugitive, regardless of how long they evade justice, remains beyond the reach of the law.

“Lekan Jimoh’s criminal history is marked by extreme violence and lawlessness. As a result, on 15th June 2014 orchestrated a barbaric mob action against a team of NDLEA officers who had attempted to arrest him at his enclave.

“The attack resulted in the cold-blooded murder of three NDLEA officers, including Rabiu Usman Kazaure and two others, who were killed by armed thugs mobilised by Jimoh.

“While the suspect managed to escape the scene that day, the Agency remained resolute in its pursuit of justice for the fallen heroes.

​”In another encounter with Jimoh on 12th August 2023, when NDLEA operatives stormed his residence in Ado-Odo town, Ogun state, he managed to escape while operatives succeeded in recovering 139 sacks of skunk with a total weight of 1,922 kilograms.

“Following assets forfeiture proceedings instituted in court by the Agency, the house in Ado-Odo, which served as a warehouse for his illicit drug trade, has since been finally forfeited to the Federal Government.”

Meanwhile, NDLEA operatives in Edo state raided the Arokpa forest, Uzebba town, Owan West LGA, leading to the arrest of another drug lord, Isihor Edika, 53, and seizure of 320kg skunk and seeds.

In the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, operatives tracked and arrested a 44-year-old lady, Yinka Agboola, following intelligence on her online sale of illicit substances.

At the time of her arrest, 2.2kgof  skunk and litres of cannabis oil, which she produces in her kitchen and sells through online advertisements, were recovered from her home at the Kaura district, Abuja.

Another suspect, Tordue Pius Richard, 30, was arrested with 148.3 grams of cocaine and skunk at his 12 Biskira Street, Abacha Estate, Abuja home.

While 118.1kg of skunk was seized from the duo of Dauda Kareem and Saheed Obisesan at Fadeyi area of Mushin, Lagos, not less than 116kg of the same substance was recovered from a warehouse at the New Market area of Enugu.

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