… Seizes Lagos Houses, N67 Million, $50,000
A Federal High Court in Lagos State has sentenced four notorious drug traffickers, including a Jamaican national, to a combined total of 28 years in prison for their roles in a major cocaine trafficking operation.
The court’s decision stems from a historic seizure of 2.1 tons of cocaine, the largest in Nigeria’s anti-narcotics efforts, carried out by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
The operation, which took place on Sunday, September 18, 2022, targeted a house on 6 Olukuola Crescent, Solebo Estate, Ikorodu, Lagos. NDLEA operatives discovered and confiscated a staggering 2,139.55 kilograms of cocaine, illustrating the scale of the narcotics network that had been operating within the region.
UniAbuja Elevates 154 staff In Major Promotion Exercise The University of Abuja has announced the promotion of 154 members of staff to various ranks, a milestone approved by the institution’s Governing Council during its 98th Regular Meeting held on December 10, 11, 12, and 14. Among the academic staff, 19 lecturers were elevated to the rank of professor, 14 to associate professor, 20 to senior lecturer, six to lecturer I, and one to lecturer II. Similarly, 94 non-teaching staff were promoted, including two to the rank of deputy director, six to assistant director, and others to different grades across various departments. A breakdown of the promotions highlights advancements in diverse fields such as automobile engineering, energy engineering, library management, international economic law, political sociology, cardiology, medical microbiology, educational administration, and applied geophysics, among others. The acting Registrar, Islamiyat Abdulrahim, disclosed the details in a statement signed by the acting Director of Public Affairs, Habib Yakoob. In her congratulatory remarks, the acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Aisha Maikudi, lauded the dedication and hard work of the promoted staff. She emphasized the university’s commitment to fostering a culture of excellence through timely recognition of merit and career advancement. “These promotions reflect the University of Abuja’s commitment to fostering excellence, recognising merit, and encouraging growth among its staff,” Maikudi said. “I congratulate all the promoted individuals and urge them to continue contributing to the University’s vision of academic and professional distinction.” She further assured that all outstanding promotion cases had been reviewed and resolved, while pending cases awaited external assessment reports. This, she noted, underscores the university’s dedication to fairness, transparency, and meritocracy. The University of Abuja remains committed to supporting its workforce and driving academic and professional excellence in the Nigerian education sector.
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In addition to the lengthy prison sentences, the court ordered the forfeiture of properties linked to the accused, seizing multiple houses in Lagos, as well as a substantial sum of money amounting to N67 million and $50,000.
This decisive action emphasizes the government’s commitment to tackling drug trafficking and dismantling organized crime networks.
The sentences handed down reflect the severity of the drug offenses committed, as the court underscored the detrimental impact of narcotics on society.
The NDLEA has continued to enhance its operational capabilities, ensuring that drug traffickers face strict penalties for their illegal activities.
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