NDLEA has linked rising drug abuse among Kwara State University students to the growing number of club houses in Malete, warning landlords and community stakeholders to help combat drug distribution through vigilance and cooperation.
Category: Local News
Nigeria Aviation Crisis Deepens as Unions Threaten Nationwide Airline Picket Over Billions in Unremitted Ticket Sales Charges!
Nigerian aviation unions have threatened nationwide airline picketing over billions of naira in allegedly unremitted Ticket Sales Charges, raising fears of flight disruptions and renewed industrial unrest. Wengglobal examines the implications for airlines, passengers, and Nigeria’s aviation sector.
Lagos Traffic Diversion at Anthony Village Begins as Major Road Reconstruction Targets Safer, Faster Commutes!
Lagos State diverts traffic around Anthony Village Bus Stop as major road reconstruction begins. Learn about alternative routes, government traffic advisory, infrastructure upgrades, and what commuters should expect during the construction period.
Kano Delegation Pays Condolence Visit to Sultan as Northern Leaders Mourn Late Sardaunan Sokoto Abubakar Alhaji!
Kano State delegation visited the Sultan of Sokoto to condole with the people of Sokoto over the death of Sardaunan Sokoto, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji, highlighting Northern Nigeria’s enduring tradition of unity, leadership, and solidarity.
Sowore’s Criminal Defamation Trial Adjourned to September 28 After Courtroom Clash Between Defence and Prosecution!
Omoyele Sowore’s criminal defamation trial has been adjourned to September 28 after a heated courtroom exchange between defence and prosecution lawyers, as the high-profile Federal High Court case continues to raise questions about free speech, criminal defamation, and Nigeria’s justice system.
Jigawa Police Arrest Nine Suspects Over Deadly Market Violence, Homicide, and Attack on Security Facility!
Jigawa State Police Command arrests nine suspects over market violence, culpable homicide, and an attack on a police facility as authorities intensify investigations and reinforce security across the state.
Yobe Hisbah Stops Planned Colour Festival in Damaturu, Citing Islamic Values and Public Morality!
The Yobe State Hisbah Board has stopped a planned Colour Festival in Damaturu, citing Islamic teachings and public morality. WengGlobal examines the decision, its legal basis, public reactions, and the broader implications for religious governance and cultural expression in northern Nigeria.
Nigerian Army Appoints Major General Auwalu Mahmuda as New General Officer Commanding 2 Division in Oyo!
Major General Auwalu Mahmuda has assumed office as the new General Officer Commanding of the Nigerian Army’s 2 Division in Ibadan, Oyo State. Discover the significance of the leadership transition, his priorities, and its implications for Nigeria’s security operations in this comprehensive Wengglobal report.
Nigerian Navy Foils Pirate Attack in Akwa Ibom, Rescues Three Passengers in Renewed Maritime Security Push!
The Nigerian Navy rescued three passengers from a pirate attack in Akwa Ibom, highlighting renewed efforts to strengthen maritime security, protect Nigeria’s waterways, and combat piracy across the Gulf of Guinea.
Ex-Lawmaker Appeals Sole Conviction After Acquittal on 10 of 11 Corruption Charges in Abuja!
Former lawmaker Onamusi Onadeko has appealed his sole conviction after an FCT High Court acquitted him on 10 of 11 corruption-related charges. Wengglobal examines the legal implications, appeal process, and significance for Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts.
NEPC, Workers Reaffirm Industrial Harmony, Dismiss Strike Claims Amid Drive to Boost Nigeria’s Non-Oil Exports!
The Nigerian Export Promotion Council and its workers’ union have jointly dismissed reports of a planned strike, reaffirming industrial harmony and assuring exporters of uninterrupted operations as Nigeria advances its non-oil export agenda.
FG Launches Comprehensive Flood Assessment on Benin–Sagamu Expressway to Strengthen Nigeria’s Transport Infrastructure!
The Federal Ministry of Works has commenced a comprehensive assessment of flood-affected sections of the Benin–Sagamu Expressway, aiming to implement lasting engineering solutions, improve road safety, and strengthen Nigeria’s critical transport infrastructure against future flooding.
Omoyele Sowore’s cyberbullying trial was delayed after Senior Advocates of Nigeria clashed over certified court documents. Wengglobal examines the legal dispute, the Cybercrimes Act, and the wider implications for press freedom and digital rights in Nigeria.
𝗕𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘂 𝗼𝗻 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽, 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 — 𝗢𝗿𝗷𝗶 𝗨𝘇𝗼𝗿 𝗞𝗮𝗹𝘂!
Orji Uzor Kalu says Catholic Bishops told President Bola Tinubu the truth about Nigeria’s economic hardship and insecurity, urging honest dialogue and practical solutions to the country’s challenges.
Taraba Governor Signs Executive Orders to Curb Political Thuggery, Illegal Mining, Drug Abuse!
Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas signs executive orders against political thuggery, illegal mining, and drug abuse, launching a major security and governance crackdown across the state.