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Cannabis trafficking routes across West and Central Africa are increasingly being exploited by decentralised markets for synthetic cannabinoids and lethal drug mixtures such as kush, driving a rapidly evolving drug crisis. Drug prevalence has risen by up to 10 per cent since 2020, about twice the global average. In Nigeria, one in three affected persons now requires medical treatment, overwhelming healthcare systems. Experts warn synthetic compounds mixed with toxic opioids are spreading from Sierra Leone to Lagos, outpacing legislation as the 2025 cannabis boom fuels a 2026 synthetic drug crisis. Follow The Guardian Nigeria for more updates. #DrugCrisis #WestAfrica #Nigeria #PublicHealth
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President Bola Tinubu jokingly referred to First Lady Oluremi Tinubu as "my dear wife, First Lady, Iya Alakara" during the Presidential Press Corps Dinner on Thursday. The remark comes days after the First Lady faced criticism over comments urging Nigerians facing economic hardship to explore low-capital businesses such as frying akara, roasting corn and selling kulikuli.
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From the cabin to the tarmac, it was all-round chaos as a female passenger on an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos caused a scene at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport on Sunday, assaulting an air hostess and clashing with airport security. In viral clips, she’s also seen clashing with airport security before she was 'whisked away' in a bus. The NCAA has since reminded travellers: you have responsibilities, not just rights. This comes just days after popular Fuji musician KWAM1 was hit with a six-month flying ban for an altercation with staff and crew of ValueJet at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. Should airlines adopt a zero-tolerance policy for disruptive passengers? 📌 Follow The Guardian Nigeria for stories that keep Nigeria talking. #GuardianNigeria #IbomAir #Kwam1 #Aviation #Nigeria #Airport
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Private Sector Participation (PSP) waste operators are facing mounting delays at the Olusosun dumpsite, with trucks now spending between three and five days to discharge waste, compared to less than an hour previously. While the Lagos State Government says it is addressing the crisis, many residents across the state say their waste has remained uncollected for up to two months, raising growing concerns over public health and environmental sanitation. Follow The Guardian Nigeria for more updates. #Lagos #WasteManagement #Environment #PublicHealth
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More than 50 vehicles have been impounded across Lagos for covered, obscured, defaced, unauthorised, or missing registration number plates. The enforcement drive, ordered by the Inspector General of Police and led by Commissioner of Police Tijani Fatai, aims to strengthen security and prevent criminals from concealing their identities. Motorists found violating the directive risk having their vehicles seized. Follow The Guardian Nigeria for more updates. #LagosPolice #RoadSafety #VehicleCompliance #PublicSecurity
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South Africa faces renewed scrutiny over immigration tensions as reactions to anti-foreigner protests and returning Nigerians draw global attention, raising concerns about safety, investment confidence and regional diplomatic stability amid economic pressures. Authorities are balancing domestic pressure for stricter immigration control with efforts to reassure foreign investors and maintain international confidence in South Africa’s stability and openness. Follow The Guardian Nigeria for more updates. #SouthAfrica #Immigration #Nigeria #Diplomacy
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Reality TV star Tacha has kicked off her 24-hour Guinness World Records beauty makeover marathon in Lagos. She’s aiming to complete 150 makeovers within the time frame. She began on Saturday night, and by Sunday morning, she’d already done 115 in 12 hours, beating the current record of 113 in 24 hours. 🎥: X/Channelstv Click the link in bio for the full story #Tacha #GuinessWorldRecord #TachaBeautyFestival
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💔Greatness Olorunfemi was pushed out of a moving vehicle and brought to Maitama General Hospital, Abuja, by compassionate bystanders. But instead of receiving the care she desperately needed, the hospital's doors were shut in their faces and she died.💔 #JusticeForGreatnessHR
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NAFDAC DG Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye stands firm: “People have been telling us that we are disturbing trade. We are not disturbing trade. We are protecting lives. We are protecting our young people from becoming useless.” Speaking on Saturday, she defended the agency’s intensified operations in Onitsha, Aba, and Idumota, where over 1,000 personnel are targeting counterfeit and unregistered medicines. NAFDAC’s mission remains clear—safeguarding Nigeria’s pharmaceutical sector for the well-being of all. Credit: Musa Adekunle for The Guardian #NAFDAC #Idumota #Aba #Onitsha #MojisolaAdeyeye #FoodAndDrugSafety #Nigeria #GuardianNigeria
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The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has issued a stern warning to auto dealer Sarkin Mota over a viral video in which he appeared to mock Nigerian civil servants. In the clip, Sarkin Mota asked the AI system in a Mercedes Benz 2023 C300 whether civil servants could afford the luxury car. The car responded, “No! Maybe in 2062,” prompting mixed reactions across social media. His follow-up message — urging Nigerians to “hustle very well” — only intensified the reactions. Reacting, NOA Director General Lanre Issa-Onilu said the remarks were insensitive, especially at a time when many Nigerians face economic hardship. He stressed that civil servants are the backbone of national development and deserve respect, not ridicule. The agency reminded content creators and business owners to be mindful of their messaging, warning that promoting materialism over the dignity of labour sends the wrong signal to a society already under immense social pressure. Do you think the NOA was right to step in? Should influencers be more careful with their content? Let’s talk about it 👇 Stay informed on issues that matter. Follow The Guardian Nigeria for more national news and social commentary. #GuardianNigeria #NOA #SarkinMota #CivilServants #NigeriaNews #RespectWorkers #DignityOfLabour
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"My children have not eaten breakfast. What if I give up and poison myself? I can't even give my mother money because I don't have anything. I don't want to go into prostitution because I don't want to be used for rituals...." "I used to sell drinks and my shop was full but there's nothing there again. When "Baba" was declared the president, we were happy because "Jagaban" was becoming the president but now we're not enjoying him..." Lagos protester cries as she explains her reason for joining the protest. Follow Guardian Nigeria to stay updated on the latest news. #Fearless #October1 #EndBadGovernment #Protest #NigeriaIndependence #NigeriaAt64
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A young Nigerian (name withheld) drove a car loaded with water and beverages to the protest ground in Abuja. It was meant for the protesters. This was how the protesters scampered for it. Speaking afterwards, he shared some interesting points on how President Bola Tinubu could have handled the situation differently. Credit: Kingsley Jeremiah (Kingsley Jeremiah) for The Guardian #EndBadGovernanceProtest #NigeriaPolice #Wike #Tinubu
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A heartbreaking road crash on Ikorodu Road, Lagos, has left an entire community in mourning. According to LASTMA, the accident happened near Obanikoro when a speeding red Tata commercial bus lost control, broke through the median, and crashed into an oncoming Volkswagen bus. The impact was fatal, claiming the lives of an adult woman and an 8-month-old baby. LASTMA officers, with help from members of the public, quickly carried out a rescue operation, saving 10 passengers, including both drivers, who sustained serious injuries and were rushed to the hospital. The scene was secured, and the wrecked vehicles were removed to restore traffic flow. Officials have once again warned drivers to avoid speeding and ensure their vehicles are roadworthy, stressing that recklessness on the road continues to cost innocent lives. 🎥: LASTMA #IkoroduRoad #Lagos #Accident
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Dramatic scenes unfolded at the Lagos State House of Assembly on Monday. Following the alleged illegal removal of Speaker Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, the DSS took control of the assembly complex, barring the new Speaker, Mojisola Meranda, from her office for over an hour. In solidarity, lawmakers and staff rallied as they stormed the chamber. Watch the unfolding of this tense standoff in our exclusive footage. Credit: Shakirah Adunola #LagosStateHouseOfAssembly #DSSInvasion #LSHA #GuardianNigeria #Nigeria
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Zainab, a protester, said she was arrested on Thursday by the FCT police and taken to Police Headquarters over her decision to protest. She was released, and she is back to rejoin the #EndBadGovernanceProtest with her baby to express her anger over the state of things in Nigeria. Visit for more. Credit: Kingsley Jeremiah for The Guardian #EndBackGovernanceProtest #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria #Abuja #Nigeria
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