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On February 16, 2026, Rabi Muhammad from Kano was arrested while trying to smuggle the opioids to Cotonou, Benin Republic, using the creative fake bump tactic. Videos show officers in pink uniforms carefully removing the device in a search room, as she stood dressed in traditional attire. The bust was part of a busy week for NDLEA, including an Ivorian man excreting cocaine at Kano airport, a real estate CEO with 89 kilograms of cannabis in Lagos, and raids across several states that nabbed hundreds more kilograms of drugs— even a 68-year-old grandmother in Edo. Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa praised the team's vigilance against these evolving smuggling plots.

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NDLEA officers at Lagos' Seme border spotted a suspicious protruding belly on a 35-year-old businesswoman heading to Benin. A search revealed 3,200 tramadol capsules hidden inside a strapped-on pink calabash disguised as a pregnancy.

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Dr. Lawrence Agubuzu, Eze Ogbunechendo of Ezema Olo Kingdom in Enugu State, pleaded with President Bola Tinubu during the 2026 National Traditional and Religious Leaders Summit on Health to release Nnamdi Kanu or send him back to Kenya. Kanu, the 58-year-old IPOB leader convicted on terrorism charges in November 2025 and facing life imprisonment, remains in Sokoto prison while appealing without private counsel. Agubuzu said the ongoing detention fuels youth unrest in the South-East, with young people viewing elders as sell-outs, and accused the Ooni of Ife of hypocrisy. The plea highlights persistent regional tensions over separatism, even amid a gathering focused on health reforms.

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At a health summit in Abuja, Dr. Lawrence Agubuzu boldly called out Kanu's detention, warning it was pushing South-East youth to the edge.

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The White House shared a dramatic photo of Trump in a dark suit holding a red umbrella, overlaid with 'American Prosperity First' and captioned 'President Trump will always put America first.' Supporters celebrated it as a nod to economic gains like the Dow topping 50,000 and continued tariffs, with one saying 'President Trump is For the People.' Critics mocked the cinematic look by comparing him to Batman's Penguin or Don Corleone, and some edited the text to 'America Last / Israel Prosperity and War First,' highlighting foreign policy divides. QAnon followers even read hidden signals into the red glow and umbrella.

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President Trump stands firm under a red umbrella, rain effects swirling, as bold text declares 'American Prosperity First.' The striking image hit online late Friday, drawing instant cheers and jeers.

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The 20-year-old American scored 226.79 points overall at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, edging Japan's Kaori Sakamoto by less than two points for her first individual U.S. women's gold since Sarah Hughes in 2002. Liu's father, Arthur, fled China after the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests and later faced intimidation from Chinese operatives before the 2022 Beijing Games, fueling her resolve to skate for Team USA. On the podium in a shimmering gold dress, she draped the American flag with her dad during the anthem, hand over heart amid cheers.

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Alysa Liu's flawless free skate to 'MacArthur Park' ended with a joyful hair toss as the crowd erupted, securing gold and her dad's refugee dreams.

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The gathering featured a marble table overflowing with dates, juices, salads, and traditional dishes in a luxurious setting with modern art and plush chairs. Rabiu, worth $12.3 billion from his BUA Group empire in cement, sugar, and flour, and Otedola, a $1.6 billion energy magnate behind Geregu Power, highlighted their longstanding friendship across faiths—Rabiu as a devout Muslim hosting Catholic Otedola. Photos drew admiration for the camaraderie and unity, with comments praising bonds that rise above religious and tribal divides in Nigeria, alongside jokes about billionaires eating and pleas for invites.

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On the third day of Ramadan, Abdul Samad Rabiu welcomed his 'great brother Femo' Otedola to his Dubai home for a sumptuous Iftar feast, joined by Rabiu's younger brother Kabiru.

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On March 8, 2005, in the Champions League round-of-16 second leg, Barcelona lost 4-2 to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea advancing 5-4 on aggregate after a 2-1 first-leg defeat. Ronaldinho's jaw-dropping dead-ball strike from 35 yards silenced the home crowd, following his earlier penalty goal, though Chelsea responded with strikes from Eidur Gudjohnsen, Frank Lampard, Damien Duff, and John Terry. Fans who saw it live called it magical, with one behind the goal naming it the best ever witnessed, while others marveled at the technique and shared playground memories of kids trying to copy it. The clip revives nostalgia for Ronaldinho's flair, even as some gripe about modern football lacking that pure showmanship.

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Ronaldinho grinned with his trademark braids, then curled a 35-yard free-kick over the wall and past Petr Cech into the top corner at Stamford Bridge.

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On November 15, 2025, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi defeated a no-confidence motion in the Provincial Legislature, initiated by the Democratic Alliance over a 2024 Public Protector report criticizing his handling of school infrastructure tenders. The motion received 28 votes in favor and 42 against, with abstentions from parties like the EFF, MK Party, and ActionSA, highlighting coalition divisions. Lesufi addressed supporters afterward, committing to governance reforms amid Gauteng's unemployment and service delivery challenges.

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In a tense Gauteng legislature showdown, Premier Panyaza Lesufi clung to power as opposition votes splintered, shielding him from corruption charges tied to botched school projects.

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In Tuesday's Benfica vs. Real Madrid game, Vinicius told the referee that 20-year-old Gianluca Prestianni used a slur against him; Prestianni denied it and regretted threats from Madrid players. Benfica coach Jose Mourinho suggested Vinicius's celebrations draw backlash, prompting Vinicius to call out cowards online. Nigerian Barca supporters faced mockery online, with posts like one quipping a Nigerian fan justifies every Argentine crime, tying into Messi loyalty and past Argentina scandals. Defenders see it as a lazy stereotype, while others note Barca players like Lamine Yamal face racism too.

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Vinicius Jr. accused a Benfica player of a racial slur during a Champions League match, halting play for 10 minutes. Nigerian Barcelona fans caught heat for seeming to downplay it amid fierce rivalries.

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The 26-year-old pop star, a two-time Grammy winner fresh off her Short n' Sweet Tour that wrapped in November 2025 after 72 shows across North America and Europe, captivates with hits like 'Espresso' and her recent 'Manchild' Grammy performance. Fans call her 'unreal' and 'flawless,' posting beachside swimsuit shots, pink sequin stage snaps, and cheeky ensembles like the 'all my pints' look. With Lollapalooza dates ahead in March, nostalgia for her choreo-packed outfits and live energy keeps the admiration strong.

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Sabrina Carpenter's dazzling tour outfits and photoshoots have fans sharing nonstop this Sunday, from sheer yellow lace by a lakeside to sparkling gold bodysuits onstage.

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Cole Palmer had a clear run on goal during Chelsea's match against Newcastle United but rushed his shot, resulting in an easy save by goalkeeper Martin Dubravka. The miss prevented Chelsea from going 2-0 up.

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Ghana's Black Stars face England, Panama, and Croatia in 2026 World Cup Group L, with coach Otto Addo strengthening his team ahead of March qualifiers against Chad and Mali. Sports journalist Fentuo Tahiru shared Musah Kudus's detailed email praising Wakaso's tackling, physicality, and consistency in Indonesia's Liga 1, where he earned a Best XI nod after 30 appearances this season. The post led to confusion over the fan's name—mistaken for star Mohammed Kudus—and lively debates on whether merit should trump league prestige, especially as Ghana chases a first World Cup since 2010.

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A passionate email from fan Musah Kudus landed in a journalist's inbox, urging Ghana to scout 34-year-old midfielder Alhassan Wakaso for the Black Stars' tough World Cup group.

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