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NDLEA Arrests 75-year-old Man, Seizes Illicit Drugs In Major Operation

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In a decisive operation, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Kano State Command, has arrested a 75-year-old man, Nuhu Baba, for drug trafficking in Tumbau Village, Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State.

The operation led to the seizure of various illicit substances, including Tramadol, Cannabis Sativa, Diazepam, Exol-5, and rubber solution.

According to NDLEA Spokesperson, Sadiq Maigatari, preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect had been involved in the illicit drug trade for over two years, using it as a means of livelihood.

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His confession highlights the growing concern over the reach of drug trafficking, which cuts across all age groups, including the elderly.

Commenting on the arrest, the Kano State NDLEA Commander, CN AI Ahmad, reiterated the agency’s unwavering commitment to tackling drug abuse and trafficking in the state.

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He emphasized the critical role of community participation in curbing the menace, urging residents to report any suspicious activities related to drug trafficking to the authorities.

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This case serves as a stark reminder of how deeply substance abuse has penetrated our communities. The fight against drug trafficking requires the active involvement of every citizen,” CN Ahmad stated.

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The NDLEA Kano State command remains resolute in its mission to rid the state of illicit drugs and safeguard public health and safety.

 

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My Husband Started Coming Home Late, Dated Other Women After He Bought BMW

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Kabushi Local Government, Zambia, has heard how a married man changed after buying a BMW vehicle as it gave him confidence to go after other women.

In this case, Veronica Chiluya 30, , sued Sammy Shapi, 40, for divorce due to marital disputes.

Veronica told the court that the two got married in 2014 after Sammy paid K400 as dowry and together they have two children.

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According to Zambia Daily Mail, she said all was well until 2021 when her husband bought a car after he went to do some work outside the country.

He started coming back home late and sometimes he would come the next day around 14:00 hours.

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“He used to be a good husband, but the moment he bought a car, things changed in the house as he now started seeing other women.”

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My Husband Seized My Wedding Gifts, Threw Me Out — Wife

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…I’m sorry —Husband

A Sharia Court in Kaduna, Kaduna State, has dissolved a two-year-old marriage between a couple, Harira Sanusi and Aliyu Yunusa.

The judge, Malam Salisu Abubakar-Tureta dissolved their marriage following a petition for divorce filed by Harira.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Harira accused Aliyu of calling her parents names and humiliating her.

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He will often throw out my suitcases and other belongings.

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“He seized my wedding gifts and humiliates me,” she said.

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She prayed the court to order Aliyu to allow her access to her belongings.

On his part, Aliyu who did not deny the allegations apologized to her in court.

Aliyu granted the request of Sanusi and made one pronouncement of divorce to her.

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My Husband Threw Me Out After 17yrs of Marriage —Wife

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…I still love her —Husband

A housewife, Lawal Modupe, has approached an Upper Area Court sitting at Kubwa, Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), seeking the dissolution of her 17-year-old marriage to her husband, Ismaila on the grounds of lack of love and affection.

Modupe told the court that she got married Ismaila according to Islamic laws.

According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the mother of three stated that her husband sent her out of their matrimonial home on June 17, 2023.

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“I do not love him anymore and I want the court to dissolve our marriage,” she said.

The respondent, however, said that he still loves his wife and would not grant her request for divorce.

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He pleaded with the court to call for a mediation involving his family and that of the wife.

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The judge, Mohammed Wakli, however, said that he still loves his wife and would not grant her request for divorce.

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He pleaded with the court to call or a mediation involving his family and that of his wife.

The judge, Mohammed Wakili, however, advised the respondent to make efforts to win his wife’s love back and the couple two weeks to settle their differences and report back to the court.

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