By Mustapha Salisu The International Human Rights Commission–RFT Nigeria Chapter has called for a full, transparent and independent investigation into the deaths of 37 persons reportedly held in the custody of the…
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Niger’s fragile junta under Russia’s shadow: The deepening implications
By Ipole Amajama When General Abdourahamane Tiani seized power in Niger in July 2023, ousting the democratically elected president Mohamed Bazoum, he promised stability, sovereignty, and a renewed fight against terrorism. Three…
Crude Oil: Niger Woos Dangote Group Over Exploration At Bida Basin
Niger state Government has asked the Dangote Group and other private sector operators to consider playing a role the exploration of crude oil at the Bida Basin of Niger State. Speaking at…
Between promise and reality: Niger’s fight for resource control
By Mahamane Mamane Nearly three years ago, soldiers of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP) overthrew Nigerien president Mohamed Bazoum and promised to return control of the country’s…
Fleeing bandits’ drug supplier ‘Gamboli’ arrested in Niger
…As NDLEA intercepts US, Canada, Sweden-bound opioids in black soup containers, designer wears; uncovers clandestine codeine syrup factory in Abia; arrests woman, son over 1,187kg skunk seizure in Ondo Three weeks after…
President Tinubu Hails Security Agencies for Rescuing 100 Abducted Catholic Students in Niger State
By Hajara Abdullahi President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended Nigeria’s security agencies for their tireless efforts in securing the release of 100 students of Papiri Catholic School in Niger State. This was…
EduReach Announces Two-Year Scholarship for Abducted Students of Kebbi, Niger States
By Mustapha Salisu EduReach, an online educational ecosystem delivering both Nigerian and Cambridge curricula for primary and secondary students, has announced a two-year full scholarship for all students rescued from the recent…
Niger Governor Shuts Down Radio Station, Orders Licence Seizure
By Mustapha Salisu A directive by Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, to shut down Badeggi FM Radio in Minna has sparked outrage and concerns over press freedom. The governor, during an…
Dangote Group, Niger State, Forge Multi-Billion Naira Agric Partnership
In a major boost to commercial agriculture in Nigeria, the Dangote Group and the Niger State Government are fostering sectoral partnership worth billions of naira. The conglomerate said significant investment has been…
Troops Rescue 25 Kidnapped Victims, Recover Rustled Cattle in Niger State
Nigerian Army troops in Niger State have rescued 25 kidnapped victims and recovered 22 rustled cows and nine sheep following an intense gun battle with armed bandits in Garungabas and Kundu villages,…
FG Warns Against Storage of Explosives for Illegal Mining
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has cautioned against individuals storing explosive devices in their homes for illegal mining activities. The Minister made this statement on Wednesday in Sabon…
Ganduje Condoles with Bago Over Niger Tanker explosion
The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje CON has condoled with the governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umar Bago over the fuel tanker explosion, which claimed…
France’s Duplicity and Niger’s Accusations: A Case for Scrutiny
By Umar Ardo, Ph.D The accusations made by Niger’s President Abdourahamane Tchiani against France for its alleged role in fueling insurgencies in Nigeria and the Sahel region are not without merit. Historical…
Niger-Nigeria Relations: A Call for Diplomacy and Restraint
By Adamu S Ladan So, Africa unite Afri- Africa unite, yeah Unite for the benefit of your people (Africa unite) Unite for it’s later than you think (Africa unite) Unite for the…
Prof. Gwarzo mourns death of Ex- Prime Minister of Niger, Hama Amadou
The Founder and President of MAAUN Group of Universities, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo has expressed deep shock over the passing away of the former Prime Minister of Niger, Hama Amadou, who died…
Banditry: The ‘Lies’ About Fighting The Scourge In Nigeria
By Abdu Labaran Malumfashi The recent capture of the bandit, Kachalla Baleri in the Republic of Niger is making the rounds on the social media via a viral video with the caption:…
Upholding Regional Solidarity and Nigerian National Unity: An Open Letter to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on ECOWAS Challenges and Domestic Policy Concerns
31st January 2024 HE Bola Ahmed Tinubu The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria And Chairman of ECOWAS, Presidential Villa. Asokoro, Abuja. FCT. Your Excellency Upholding Regional Solidarity and Nigerian National…
The Sahel Split: How ECOWAS “Lost” Three of Its Founding Members
By Olaogun Michael Note: This article examines the causes, consequences, and outlook of this unprecedented move, which has rocked the region and the world. On Sunday, January 28, 2024, the strength of…
Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger withdraw from ECOWAS, cite sovereign decision
The military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have announced their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States. The leaders of the three Sahel nations on Sunday issued…
1 Division Troops Neutralize 14 Insurgents, Rescue Kidnapped Victims, Recover Weapons in Niger, Kaduna States
In continuation of the operations by troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army(NA) to rid the area of responsibility of violent extremists, insurgents and criminal element. The highly motivated troops in coordinated offensives…
Takalafia fatal crash: FRSC warns drivers to desist from conveying passengers in trailers, other haulage vehicles
The Corps Marshal, Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Dauda Ali Biu, has once again warned drivers of trailers and other haulage vehicles to desist from conveying passengers in their vehicles, following a…
Coup: U.S begins military deployment in Niger
The United States has initiated a substantial military operation in the Republic of Niger. The U.S. Department of Defense Headquarters is currently relocating troops and equipment within Niger. Additionally, a small number…
The ECOWAS-Niger war“ still boosting”?
By Haruna Adamu Hadejia The republic of Niger has become a point of reference in these days, probably as a new world “laboratory” for sovereignty test. It has shown the world that…
Niger junta expresses readiness for dialogue
Niger’s junta leader, General Abdourahmane Tchiani, has signaled a new willingness to engage in dialogue, marking a potential shift in the regime’s stance. Following the overthrow of President Mohamed Bazoum on July…
KACRAN urges ECOWAS to reconsider military threat against Niger Republic
From Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) President, Honorable Khalid Muhammad Bello, has expressed concern over the ongoing political turmoil in Niger Republic. The military junta’s…