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Victor Ayeni The idea of teenagers sniffing, smoking or pumping illegal substances into their bodies is far-fetched for many Nigerian parents. But the reality is something far more disturbing. In some secondary schools across major cities and towns, teenagers have access to illicit substances and psychotropic drugs. Regulatory bodies like the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency and the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control have begun actively confronting a critical surge in illicit substances, contaminated medicines and restricted items targeted at or accessible to teenagers. The NDLEA has raised the alarm that cartels are deliberately manufacturing and…

Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Mar 2024 About Author Ahmed Barakat is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Fact Checked by CryptoNews Editorial Team Author CryptoNews Editorial Team Part of the Team Since Sep 2018 About Author The CryptoNews editorial team is composed of seasoned writers specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Their expertise ensures comprehensive, accurate, and insightful content for… Last updated:  September 3, 2026 Bitcoin was trading almost flat at $77,700 as crypto traders awaited…

Former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has disclosed that a laboratory test on his wife, Dolapo’s, freshly squeezed orange juice found it unfit for human consumption, as he raised the alarm over the widespread use of dangerous chemicals by farmers and fruit sellers across the country. Osinbajo made the disclosure while speaking at the Open Day for Gardeners’ Seminar themed “Leaving The Earth Better Than We Found It,” held in Lagos on August 28. A video of the event was shared on his YouTube channel on Wednesday and went viral on Saturday. He said his wife, who stopped taking carbonated drinks…

Former Liverpool winger Jordon Ibe has avoided jail after admitting to assaulting his former partner, Amie Mayson, during an argument in south London, Soccernet.ng reports. The 30-year-old was sentenced at Croydon Magistrates’ Court on Friday after pleading guilty to assault occasioning actual bodily harm, according to the Athletic. Magistrate Brij Kalia gave Ibe a 12-month community order instead of an immediate prison sentence.Ibe must complete 80 hours of unpaid work and 27 days of rehabilitation activity. He was also ordered to pay £764, made up of a £114 surcharge and £650 in court costs.The incident happened outside Mayson’s home in…

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination results of all underage candidates for viewing. An underage candidate, according to JAMB, is any applicant who will be below 16 years of age as of September 30, 2026. Here is how to check your result: Step 1: Use the same phone number you registered with for the UTME. Step 2: Send the word “RESULT” as a text message. Step 3: Send it to either 55019 or 66019. Step 4: Your result will be sent back to you via SMS shortly after. JAMB has clarified that…

Galatasaray have been urged to make an immediate move for Istanbul Başakşehir striker Eldor Shomurodov after Victor Osimhen suffered a groin injury in Friday’s dramatic 3-2 win, Soccernet.ng reports.A Spor commentator Levent Tüzemen called on Galatasaray’s management to bring Shomurodov in on loan, arguing that the club could not afford to wait if Osimhen is forced to spend several weeks on the sidelines.The timing of the injury made the situation even more dramatic. Osimhen opened the scoring in the 16th minute at Başakşehir but was unable to continue after suffering the injury. He was replaced by Barış Alper Yılmaz in…

From Lagos’ beaches to its lagoons and drainage channels, discarded plastic is finding its way into the marine ecosystem, entangling fishing nets, polluting coastal waters and entering fish consumed by residents. DANIEL AYANTOYE traces the journey of plastic waste from the streets to the sea, revealing how a growing environmental menace could be putting fishermen, aquatic life and seafood consumers at risk At first glance, the Lagos coastline can appear deceptively inviting. The gentle waves roll towards the shore, their white foam spreading across the sand before slipping back into the vast expanse of the Atlantic. Along the beaches, fishermen…

Author Ahmed Barakat Author Ahmed Barakat Part of the Team Since Mar 2024 About Author Ahmed Barakat is a journalist and copywriter based in Georgia with a growing focus on blockchain technology, DeFi, AI, privacy, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Share Fact Checked by CryptoNews Editorial Team Author CryptoNews Editorial Team Part of the Team Since Sep 2018 About Author The CryptoNews editorial team is composed of seasoned writers specializing in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. Their expertise ensures comprehensive, accurate, and insightful content for… Last updated:  September 3, 2026 Ethereum price is trading around $2,390, but the chart is starting…

José Mourinho admitted he could not explain Real Madrid’s defeat to Real Betis despite believing his side dominated the La Liga encounter on Thursday. Madrid suffered a 1-0 defeat at La Cartuja, with Mourinho insisting that his team produced enough to win the game but failed to take their chances. Troy Parrott scored in the 81st minute to give Betis the lead after Thibaut Courtois had saved Nelson Deossa’s header, with Parrott reacting quickest to the rebound. Madrid then had a chance to rescue a point deep into stoppage time after Vinicius Junior was fouled in the box, but Kylian…

Galatasaray head coach Okan Buruk has provided an update on the injury situation of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen following Friday night’s hard fought 3-2 win over Istanbul Basaksehir, Soccernet.ng reports. The 27-year-old was forced off in the 33rd minute after appearing to suffer a muscle problem. Osimhen signalled to the bench that he could not continue and was subsequently replaced by Baris Alper Yilmaz. Before his injury, the Nigerian striker had opened the scoring for Galatasaray with a brilliant effort from outside the box. His shot struck the underside of the crossbar before going into the net. The goal was Osimhen’s sixth…