Crime
Bayelsa: Group Takes Campaign Against Drug Abuse To Univarsity
Bayelsa: Group Takes Campaign Against Drug Abuse To Univarsity
Bayelsa: Group takes campaign against drug abuse to univarsity, as commissioner, lawmaker pledges support. Peace Agents across Bayelsa State under the aegis of the Bayelsa State Peace Architecture (SPA) have embarked on a sensitisation campaign on the dangers of drug abuse in tertiary institutions across the state.
The group also sued for students in higher institutions to undergo mandatory drug test before matriculation and graduation.
This position, according to the group is imperative following the rising trend of drug abuse amongst students and youths in the state.
Taking the campaign to the Niger Delta University, NDU, in Amassoma, members of the Bayelsa State Peace Architecture (SPA) interacted and exchanged ideas with stakeholders especially the management staff of the institution on efforts to combat the menace.
The group also took the campaign to the doorsteps of the students, highlighting the dangers of drug abuse and its effect in the society as a negative driver against peace.
Speaking during the campaign, the Secretary of SPA, Dr. Inebaraton Preye who spoke on behalf of the team reeled out the main thrust of the campaign, stressing that drug abuse is not only destructive but has the capacity of annihilating the next generation of youths in the Society.
His words, “Rising from the persistent reoccurrence of the prevailing issue of drug abuse as a precursor to crime from our monthly SPA Meetings in the past six months from (December, 2024 – June, 2025) the menace of drug abuse among our youths (now extended to primary school pupils and students in basic classes) is not only alarming but destructive.
“The trend, if not checked, is capable of destroying our next generation and fabrics of the next generation in our society.
“Regrettably, the nexus between drugs and crime cannot be overemphasized as users are always willing tools for violence. Hence, the need to nip this societal menace in the bud for stakeholders to collaborate in mitigating drug use amongst youths.
“We are optimistic that ‘catching them young,’ parents and guidance playing their roles to monitor the activities of their children/wards will help in changing the narrative positively.
“Hence, the resolution for students to undergo necessary drug tests before matriculation and before they defend their project in the final year at the citadel of learning.”
On his part, Prof. Tonbara Barakabo-Kingdom, the DVC Academics who represented the NDU management lauded the SPA for their volunteering efforts in peacebuilding and commitment to spread the campaign against drug abuse in and around the institution.
He spoke on the school’s partnership with the Bayelsa SPA in actualising its drive in sustaining peace through advocacy as well as to join the campaign for the establishment of the Bayelsa state Community Peace Commission.
He also reiterated the need for the establishment of the Higher Institution Peace Architecture (HIPA) as a cluster to include students, staff and other peace agents within the academic environment.
Later, the team visited the President of the Students Union Government, SUG, of the institution led by Tams Apere who joined in the campaign.
The group also visited the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Gentle Emelah, at the Education House in Yenagoa to foster collaboration on how to tackle the menace of drug abuse in tertiary institutions and the society at large.
Group Takes Campaign Against Drug Abuse To Univarsity
Emelah, who expressed excitement about the mission of the SPA with support from the European Union (EU), said as a former lawmaker, he is committed to supporting the Bayelsa State Community Peace Commission as well as set up a framework to consider adding drug test in higher institutions as a policy across the State.
Also, the Chairman of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly Committee on Education, Dr. Charles Daniel, noted that the move by the group was a step in the right direction.
The lawmaker lauded the workings of the Bayelsa SPA and declared his commitment to support the Bayelsa State Community Peace Commission and other activities of the group.
Charles further expressed optimism in working with the group to promote peace in the State.
EFCC Arrests Kannywood Star, Samha Inuwa for Alleged Naira Mutilation In Viral Video
EFCC arrests Kannywood Star, Samha Inuwa for alleged naira mutilation in viral video. The Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 arrested a Kannywood Star, Samha Inuwa over alleged Naira mutilation.
Inuwa was arrested following a viral video circulated on social media platforms where she was seen conspicuously cleaning mucus from her nose using Naira notes.
EFCC
Following the release of the viral video, the Commission swung into action by tracing and subsequently arrested her to answer questions.
She is currently being held at the Commission’s detention facility while investigation is ongoing.
The suspect will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations.
Dele Oyewale
Head, Media & Publicity
February 3, 2026
EFCC Arrests 10 Suspects, Trucks for Suspected Illegal Mining Activities in Kwara
Operatives of the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested ten individuals suspected of involvement in illegal mining activities along the Ilorin – Ogbomosho axis.
They were arrested on Sunday, February 1, 2026, following credible intelligence on unlawful mineral excavation and transportation in parts of Kwara and Oyo States.
The suspects, comprising nine truck drivers and one escort were intercepted and taken into custody in a well -coordinated sting operation. Solid minerals arrested with the suspects include lithium, tin, and lepidolite.
EFCC Arrests 10 Suspects
The suspects have no requisite licences, permits, or regulatory approvals for their mining activities.
Other items recovered from the suspects are trucks loaded with the unlawfully mined materials.
The suspects will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
List Of 40 Suspects Detained Over Alleged Plot To Overthrow Tinubu Government
List of 40 suspects detained over alleged plot to overthrow Tinubu Government. Nigerian security agencies have concluded investigations into an alleged coup plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s administration, with at least 40 suspects detained in connection with the conspiracy.
The suspects include senior military officers, a police officer, and several civilians accused of roles ranging from reconnaissance and funding to propaganda.
According to a Premium Times report, the arrests followed a covert intelligence operation coordinated by the Army Headquarters and the State Security Service (SSS).
“Thirteen people were apprehended by the SSS, including two military personnel (one retired), one policeman, and ten civilians,” one source said.
In total, 16 serving military officers were detained for direct involvement, while others were linked to funding and incitement. Two civilians were reportedly recruited to incite civil unrest intended to justify the coup.
According to the online newspaper, one of the detained soldiers was said to have escaped custody but was later rearrested by SSS operatives in Bauchi State, according to insider accounts.
Recall that on Monday, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) confirmed that the investigation had been completed and forwarded to “appropriate superior authority in line with extant regulations.”
“Findings identified several officers with allegations of plotting to overthrow the government,” the military said, describing the act as “inconsistent with the ethics, values and professional standards required of members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.”
Sources said authorities are now awaiting presidential approval to constitute a court-martial panel to try the indicted soldiers.
Investigations revealed that the coupists initially planned to disrupt the May 29, 2023 handover ceremony from former President Muhammadu Buhari to President Tinubu, but the plan was shelved due to lack of funds and logistics.
The conspiracy was allegedly reactivated in 2025, after former Bayelsa State Governor Timipre Sylva purportedly transferred nearly ₦1 billion through multiple Bureau De Change accounts to fund the operation.
Sylva and a retired senior officer identified as Major General Adamu, both accused of bankrolling the plot, are reportedly at large.
Security sources said one of the fugitive suspects has been tracked to a South American country, though his precise location remained undisclosed for security reasons.
Investigators also uncovered a chilling plan to assassinate top government officials, including President Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, and House Speaker Tajudeen Abbas.
“They were waiting for a day when all of them would be in the country. Wherever they were, they would be assassinated,” one source revealed.
The plot allegedly relied on informants inside the Presidential Villa, who monitored the movements of top officials. The conspirators were to seize control of strategic locations such as the Presidential Villa, Niger Barracks, Armed Forces Complex, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
Military
Hereunder is the full list of the alleged coupists arrested
MA Sadiq (Brigadier General) Army lHeadquarters Garrison
MA Ma’aji (Colonel) Defence Space Administration
S Bappah (Lt. Colonel) 525 Signal Regiment
AA Hayatu (Lt Colonel) 130 Battalion Main, Ogoja, Cross River State
P Dangnap (Lt Colonel) 134 Special Force Battalion
M Almakura (Lt Colonel) 197 Special Force Battalion
AA Jarma (Lt Colonel) CO, 35 Battalion Katsina
SM Gana (Lt Colonel) 115 Task Force Battalion
AD Dauda (Maj) Armed Forces Command and Staff College Jaji
JM GANAKS (Maj) Armed Forces Command and Staff College Jaji
AJ Ibrahim (Maj) Army Headquarters’ Department of Policy and Plans
MM Jiddah (Maj) 26 Battalion
MA Usman (Maj) 35 Battalion
D Yusuf (Maj) Forward Operating Base Molai (AHQ SG)
J Iliyasu (Maj) 3 Division Garrison
A Mohammed (Maj) 63 Brigade Garrison
DB Abdullahi (Lt Cdr) Naval Base Abuja
SB Adamu (Sqn Ldr) National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC)
NG Zuzu (Sqn Ldr) Headquarters, Nigeria Air Force Camp
G Binuga (Captain) 1 NMF Brigade
AA Yusuf (Captain) Nigerian Army of the School of Finance and Administration (NASFA)
1 Bello (Captain) 82 Division Garrison
SS Felix (Lt) 81 Division Provost Group
J Aminu (Lt) Headquarters Directorate of Army Public Relations (DAPR)
Nasiru Ibrahim (WO) 82 Division Garrison
Sanda Usman (Sgt) 167 Special Force Battalion
Mohammed Zubairu (Sgt) 177 Guards Battalion
Momoh Audu (Cpl) 343 Artillery Regiment
Ahmed Ibrahim (Inspector) 24 Police Mobile Force, Presidential Villa
EO Victor (Navy Capt/Rtd) 3 Abraham Avenue off Odili Road, Port Harcourt
Umoru Zekeri Julius Berger, Villa Electrician
Y Nasiru (LCpl) 82 Division Garrison
Sambo Danladi (LCpl) 82 Division Garrison
Abdul Abdullahi (SSgt) 82 Division Garrison
Ali Isah Villa Ambulance Driver
ML Mohammed (Capt) 18 Battalion
UI Yusuf (Wg Cdr) International/Helicopter Flying School, Enugu
IM Gana (Maj Gen Rtd) No 34 A Army Estate, Kubwa, Abuja
Stanley Kingley Amandi Propagandist
Goni Bukar
Security sources confirmed that joint operations involving multiple agencies are underway to dismantle remaining cells and track fleeing suspects. The EFCC and SSS are also interrogating several civilians over alleged roles in funding, logistics, and coordination.
At least 25 military personnel are expected to face trial in connection with the plot, according to sources close to the investigation.
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