NDLEA DISMANTLES ABUJA DRUG BUNKS, ARRESTS 132, RECOVERS 220KG ILLICIT SUBSTANCES. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 NDLEA dismantles Abuja drug bunks, arrests 132, recovers 220kg illicit substances  -Marwa hails operation, vows to sustain crackdown in FCT, other states  In a non-stop two-week offensive action against traffickers and dealers, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have successfully dismantled several drug joints and bunks within and around the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja where a total of 132 suspects were arrested and 220 kilograms of assorted illicit substances recovered. The wel-coordinated raids jointly conducted by the Agency's Directorate of Operations and General Investigation (DOGI) and the FCT Strategic Command from llth to 25th April 2026 were launched to dismantle illicit drug hubs contributing to substance abuse, trafficking, and associated criminal activities in the capital city after weeks of intelligence and surveillance across all identified hotspots. Areas where notorious drug joints were raided, dismantled and suspects...
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INFORMATION MINISTER PRESENTS N9.654B 2024 BUDGET ESTIMATE. (PHOTO).

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Information Minister Presents N9.654b 2024 Budget Estimate 

Ministry of Information and National Orientation has assured Nigerians that it is working diligently to refine both the ministry and its agencies to serve as ambassadors and positive representatives of Nigeria.

The minister of information Muhammad Idris Malagi gave the assurance in his brief during the budget defence for the 2024 appropriation act.

Explaining the ministry's commitment to ensuring positive change, Mr. Malagi stated that they are preparing to launch a national value and attitude reorientation initiative for Nigerians to reclaim values that have been eroded over the years. 

He argued that such actions would help in rebranding the country's image, giving foreign investors the confidence to invest their resources in Nigeria.

Muhammad Malagi further stated that they have the intention to regularly coordinate media engagements with other ministries and government agencies to inform Nigerians about their activities through national conferences and discussions. 

The minister also disclosed plans to work in partnership with UNESCO to create a center at the Media and Information Literacy Centre in Nigeria, aimed at promoting peace and security. 

"When I visited UNESCO a couple of weeks ago, I secured such a green light for a physical structure in Nigeria, which we currently don't have. This would provide media practitioners with the opportunity to receive thorough training".

Accordingly the minister has a proposal to upgrade the Media Agencies with modern equipments that can operate smoothly without any hitches.

Also, in the ministry's agenda, the minister intends to revitalize the moribund National Institute of Public Information in Kaduna. This initiative aims to equip public information managers with modern methods aligned with global best practice. 

The Mr Malagi also intends to modernize the National Press Centre, enabling foreigners to gain insights into what they are seeking in the country before pursuing their objectives. 

In addition to these aspirations, the minister presented a budget estimate of 9.654 billion naira, with the only capital provision being 1.14 billion.

Explaining the budgetary provisions, he mentioned that out of the total, 4.749 billion naira is allocated for personnel across the entire ministry and its agencies, while 3.8 billion is specifically designated for the ministry alone.

According to him, considering the provision of the capital component of the budget at 1.14 billion, it cannot adequately align with the ministry's proposal on how to enhance its role as the image-maker of the federal government and Nigeria in general. 

Commenting on the minister's submission, the chairman of the committee, Senator Eze Emeka, and members were not comfortable with the provisions and intentions presented by the minister.

Senator Eze appealed to the minister to utilize the available funds for Nigerians to feel a positive impact and assured of scheduling an executive session with the minister to examine the situation and find better solutions to the challenges.


 

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