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US warns Mexican cartels are turning Nigeria into a methamphetamine hub after four lab busts

The US says Mexican cartels are looking to Africa as an alternative route, after Nigeria’s NDLEA dismantled four methamphetamine labs this year linked to the cartels.

Shettima urges states to build state electricity markets and stop waiting for Abuja

Vice President Kashim Shettima urged states to stop waiting for Abuja and build their own electricity markets and regulators under the Electricity Act 2023.

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Tax Reforms Endored by CITN, Advises FG to rethink Derivation Principle

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US warns Mexican cartels are turning Nigeria into a methamphetamine hub after four lab busts

The US says Mexican cartels are looking to Africa as an alternative route, after Nigeria’s NDLEA dismantled four methamphetamine labs this year linked to the cartels.

Shettima urges states to build state electricity markets and stop waiting for Abuja

Vice President Kashim Shettima urged states to stop waiting for Abuja and build their own electricity markets and regulators under the Electricity Act 2023.

FCT Ebola Patient is a Diplomat, Condition Worsens

KEY POINTS The NCDC confirmed that the FCT Ebola patient is a diplomat whose...

Gunmen Shoot MACBAN Leader in Plateau State

KEY POINTS Gunmen shot MACBAN chairman Alhaji Yakubu in Mangu, Plateau State, on Saturday...