National Drug Law Enforcement Agency Arrests Fugitive Drug Lord Wanted by Nigeria, UK
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March 4, 2026
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has confirmed the arrest of a long-wanted drug kingpin, 58-year-old Uzoma Valentine Ilomuanya, marking what it described as a major breakthrough in the fight against international narcotics trafficking.…
Nigerian Army Arrests Notorious Bandit Leader Bako Wurgi Linked to Emir’s Murder
December 16, 2024
Troops from the 1 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have captured Bako Wurgi, a notorious bandit leader and arms dealer also known as Baka NaGarba. Wurgi is implicated in the murder of Emir of Gobir, Isa Mohammad Bawa, in Sokoto State. The arrest was…
Mali Junta Arrests 11 Opposition Leaders for Demanding Civilian Rule
June 21, 2024
Eleven opponents of Mali’s ruling junta were arrested in the capital for demanding a return to civilian rule, their coalition announced Friday. The military, which took power in 2020, had promised elections and a handover to civilians by March but…