The human toll of such a system is enormous. Mass incarceration, extrajudicial violence, and other systematic abuses of human rights have become common features drug enforcement....
Nigeria’s pharmaceutical sector faces rising costs and shortages as the Iran war disrupts global supply chains and drives drug prices up by 30%.
The most uncomfortable truth remains: the war on drugs is not simply combating crime--it's against those who have nothing to fight back with. 4 4 And...
In fact the concept of a “war on drugs” might be questioned from every angle. After decades of armed struggle against it, global drug production has...
There is also a gender dimension that must not be ignored. Young women often bear the heaviest consequences of drug abuse, from exploitation to long-term psychological...
Drug abuse remains a major threat to Nigeria’s social stability, public health, and national development. If left unchecked, it can undermine the future of the country,...
The government must also strengthen laws and monitor pharmacies to stop the easy sale of hard drugs. Parent should build closer relation with their children and...
Ultimately, tackling drug abuse requires a holistic approach — one that addresses both the supply and demand sides. The youth of West Africa represent the region’s...
Drug abuse among students and youths is a grave threat to personal development and national progress. It robs young people of their dreams, destroys families, and...
If this trend is not arrested quickly, the future of an entire generation could be lost to addiction. Nigeria cannot afford to watch in silence as...
Immigration Service begins probe into extortion allegations at Seme border, suspending top officers and urging public to report misconduct.
Police say a viral video claiming a terror attack in Abuja is false and misleading. A suspect has been arrested...
Eight persons have been confirmed dead following a late-night attack on Mbwelle village in Plateau State, residents say.
Motsepe denies corruption allegations as Senegal challenges CAF’s decision to strip them of the AFCON title and award it to...
Donald Trump warns Iran against imposing tolls on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, saying oil will flow “with or...
Kamal Kharazi, who served as Iran’s foreign minister from 1997 to 2005, has died after injuries from recent attacks.
Afrika Bambaataa is dead at 68. The iconic DJ and hip-hop innovator leaves behind a legacy that shaped modern music...
The Congo central bank has announced a ban on foreign currency cash transactions, allowing only electronic use from 2027.
Mbappé tops the UCL scoring chart with 14 goals, with Kane on 11 and Gordon on 10 as the Golden...
Burna Boy’s songs have been removed from DJ playlists across Nigeria after an alleged altercation with DJ Tunez. Here’s what...
The World Bank says higher oil prices could significantly impact Nigeria’s economy, adding pressure on inflation through fuel, logistics, and...
Hansi Flick explains Yamal’s reaction, insisting the 18-year-old is still learning ahead of Barcelona’s Champions League tie.
UK blocks Kanye West from entering the country, forcing organisers to cancel the Wireless Festival and issue refunds to ticket...
If there's any lesson to be drawn from global trends it's this: left unchecked, digital lending at high cost not...
Arsenal take on Sporting in Lisbon as they seek redemption in Europe after a dip in form and several key...
Ex-Arsenal and Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey retires after struggling with injuries, concluding a career spanning top European clubs and international...
Mikel Arteta calls for resilience as Arsenal take on Sporting after back-to-back losses in domestic competitions.
FA Cup semi-finals are set, with Chelsea vs Leeds and Man City vs Southampton after dramatic quarter-final results.
After Italy’s World Cup exit, Canada launches a jersey swap campaign in Toronto to rally Italian-Canadian fans behind the hosts.