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NDLEA alerts on plot to introduce lethal synthetic opioid, Fentanyl to Nigerian market
NDLEA alerts on plot to introduce lethal synthetic opioid, Fentanyl to Nigerian market
By: Michael Mike
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has uncovered plans to introduce a lethal synthetic opioid, Fentanyl, which is 100 times stronger than tramadol into the Nigerian market.
A statement by the spokesman of the agency, Femi Babafemi while revealing the plans, warned that the illicitly manufactured drug is capable of causing mass casualty among the youth population being targeted by the cartels.
The agency said every step must be taken to ensure that the drug which is currently responsible for over 70% overdose deaths as well as a major contributor to fatal and nonfatal overdoses in the United States is not allowed to circulate in Nigeria because of its lethality and the current drug abuse prevalence of 14.4% in the country.
The statement read: “We are not unaware of desperate efforts by some drug cartels to introduce to the Nigerian market, Fentanyl, which according to the CDC, is 80 times as potent as morphine and 100 times more potent than heroin. This, they plan to do either in liquid or powder form and/or with misleading labels to target our youth population. This they may also mix with other prescription drugs. The illegally manufactured fentanyl in its liquid form can come in nasal sprays, eye drops, or small candies.
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“As a result, parents and other stakeholders are advised to be vigilant, alert and warn their young ones against attempting experimenting with this illicit substance. Symptoms for fentanyl exposure and/or overdose include pinpoint pupils, falling asleep or losing consciousness, slow and shallow breathing, choking or gurgling sounds, limp body, and pale, blue, or cold skin.”
The agency however assured the public that all necessary assets have been deployed to monitor the cartels involved in this latest threat to public health with a view to frustrating their criminal plot and make them face the wrath of the law
Police Rescue Two Kidnap Victims After Gun Duel With Bandits in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command have successfully rescued two kidnapped victims during a coordinated operation in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that armed bandits had earlier attacked Gidan Filoti and Gidan Mairabo villages, abducting Hafsat Amadu, a female resident, and Musa Sani, a male.
Upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Malumfashi led a joint security team on a rescue operation to Burdugau area, believed to be one of the bandits’ hideouts.
The security team engaged the bandits in a fierce gun duel, forcing the criminals to flee with bullet wounds and leaving the captives behind.
Both victims were rescued unhurt and have since been reunited with their families.
Police Rescue Two Kidnap Victims After Gun Duel With Bandits in Katsina
Mob Launches Reprisal Attack in Katsina, security forces Restore Calm
By: Zagazola Makama
A group of angry youths from Katsayal village in Sandamu Local Government Area of Katsina State launched a reprisal attack on neighbouring Takude village on Monday, setting several houses ablaze.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama the incident, which occurred at about 11:00 a.m., prompted the swift intervention of security forces from Dauda who moved to quell to quell the unrest and restore normalcy to the area.
Calm has since returned, and an investigation into the cause of the reprisal attack is currently ongoing.
In a move to ease tension and foster reconciliation, the Emir of Daura, His Royal Highness Alhaji Farouk Umar Farouk, visited Takude and addressed the affected communities, urging them to embrace peace and dialogue.
Meanwhile, security patrols and monitoring efforts are being intensified to prevent any escalation or further breakdown of law and order.
Mob Launches Reprisal Attack in Katsina, security forces Restore Calm
Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze
By: Zagazola Makama
A violent banditry attack occurred in Keta town, Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara State on April 6, 2025, leaving one vigilante member dead and several vehicles destroyed. The attack was carried out by a large group of armed bandits, allegedly led by the notorious bandit kingpin “Ado Alero.”
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama they the bandits, heavily armed with AK-47 rifles and other dangerous weapons, stormed the town around 11:00 a.m. Upon arrival, they opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the death of one vigilante member who attempted to resist the attack.
In addition to the loss of life, the bandits set fire to nine golf motor vehicles parked in the town, causing significant damage.
The assailants withdrew from the area after encountering strong resistance, during which one of the bandits was reportedly shot and killed.
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