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- Nigerian Army Troops Apprehend Suspected Terrorist Logistics Supplier During Operation Savannah Shield in Niger State
Published: Apr 30, 2026
Section: Africa
Troops of the 22 Brigade arrested a suspect on April 27, 2026, for allegedly transporting food, technical supplies, and significant cash to terrorist elements in the Borgu Local Go...
- Senator Sani Musa Clinches Strategic Endorsement for Third Term Amid 2027 Election Maneuvering
Published: Apr 25, 2026
Section: Africa
The Niger Good Governance Forum has officially endorsed Senator Mohammed Sani Musa for a third term in the Nigerian Senate, citing his consistent legislative performance and grassr...
- Niger State Authorities Arrest Two Chinese Nationals for Unauthorized Mining Operations
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Africa
Officials in Niger State have apprehended two Chinese nationals during a regulatory inspection at the Zuzungi mining site. The arrests highlight a statewide crackdown on illegal mi...
- Niger State Elders’ Forum Blocks Hon. Saidu Musa Abdul’s Third-Term Bid Through Zoning Resolution
Published: Apr 10, 2026
Section: Africa
The Elders’ Forum of Katcha and Gbako Local Government Areas resolved on April 10, 2026, to zone the Bida/Katcha/Gbako Federal Constituency seat away from Bida for the 2027 electio...
- Terrorist IED Attack Kills Eight and Destroys Critical Trade Bridge in Niger State’s Borgu Local Government Area
Published: Mar 23, 2026
Section: Africa
A devastating improvised explosive device (IED) attack along Luma Road in Niger State has claimed the lives of eight people. The blast, which targeted a moving vehicle on Monday, a...
- President Tinubu Mandates Military Bases Within Niger State National Park to Combat Persistent Insurgency
Published: Mar 18, 2026
Section: Africa
In response to escalating armed attacks across northern Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has ordered the establishment of permanent military formations within the Borgu National Park...
- President Tinubu Orders Military Bases in Borgu National Park to Combat Persistent Northern Insecurity
Published: Mar 18, 2026
Section: Africa
President Bola Tinubu has directed the establishment of military formations within the Borgu National Park in Niger State to flush out non-state actors. Governor Umaru Mohammed Bag...
- The Leprosy Mission Nigeria Donates Motorised Electronic Beds to Minna Hospital Under New Niger Agenda
Published: Mar 12, 2026
Section: Africa
The Leprosy Mission Nigeria, with support from its Swiss counterpart, has delivered 25 electronic motorised beds and specialized bedding to the Niger Leprosy Hospital in Minna. Thi...
- Military Patrol Fires Warning Shots in Niger State After Youth Attempt to Seize Soldiers' Rifles
Published: Mar 12, 2026
Section: Africa
Troops from the 221 Battalion in Borgu Local Government Area were forced to disperse a group of aggressive youths who attempted to disarm soldiers during a curfew patrol. The confr...
- Kidnappers Demand N150 Million for Release of Senior Niger State Officials Following N70 Million Ransom Payment
Published: Mar 9, 2026
Section: Africa
Two high-ranking officials of the Niger State Government remain in captivity five months after their abduction. Despite their families paying a combined N70 million in two separate...