Governor Mohammed Bago has revealed that discussions are underway with private airline operators to initiate commercial flights at the state-owned Minna International Airport in Niger State. The governor disclosed this information while inspecting the ongoing reconstruction of the airport’s runway … Continue reading Niger airport set to resume operations
Niger’s junta has announced the establishment of a new government, just two weeks after the ousting of democratically-elected President Mohamed Bazoum. The military leaders revealed the development on state television and introduced 21 new ministers. The newly-formed government will be … Continue reading Niger coup leaders establish new government
Asari Dokubo has boldly asserted that he possesses the manpower to overthrow the military junta in Niger Republic. He mentioned that he and his group are prepared to overpower Niger’s military regime if granted authorization by the Nigerian government. A … Continue reading I will defeat Niger’s Military if given the go ahead – Asari Dokubo
In response to the coup in Niger Republic, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has introduced additional sanctions. Previously, the regional organization had issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Niger junta, demanding the reinstatement of President Mohamed Bazoum, … Continue reading ECOWAS implements additional sanctions on Niger
The trade relationship between Nigeria and Niger, which amounts to approximately $226.34 million, is in jeopardy due to the recent closure of their shared border. The closure was triggered by Nigeria in response to the military coup that ousted President … Continue reading $226 million Nigeria-Niger trade under threat due to border closure
Air France, the flagship carrier of France, has temporarily suspended its flights to and from Bamako in Mali and Ouagadougou in Burkina Faso until August 11. The decision was announced on Monday in response to the closure of Niger’s airspace, … Continue reading Air France halts flights to Burkina Faso and Mali following closure of Niger airspace
President Bola Tinubu held a meeting on Sunday with governors from Nigerian states that share borders with Niger Republic. The gathering, which took place in Abuja’s State House, was organized as part of the President’s consultations concerning the situation in … Continue reading Tinubu holds meeting with governors of states sharing boundaries with Niger
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has issued a warning against any military action in the Republic of Niger, emphasizing that it could lead to mass killings and engulf the West African sub-region in conflict. President Bola Tinubu had notified … Continue reading CNG warns of mass killings if military action is taken in Niger
Bashir, the son of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, has made a statement claiming that the Nigerian military has the capability to capture Niger Republic’s capital, Niamey, within 13 hours. The claim was based on a video shared on … Continue reading El-Rufai’s son claims Nigerian military can capture Niger in 13 hours
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially announced the closure of all borders with the Republic of Niger. Adewale Adeniyi, the acting comptroller-general of NCS, clarified during a meeting with the Illela border community in Sokoto state that the border … Continue reading Customs confirms closure of all borders with Niger
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), representing Northern leadership, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against engaging in a military confrontation with the Niger military junta. Instead, the group advocated for a dialogue to address the situation. The ACF expressed concerns that … Continue reading Northern leaders advise Tinubu to avoid military confrontation with Niger
Senegal has expressed its willingness to participate in a potential military intervention by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Niger following last week’s coup. Foreign Minister Aissata Tall Sall stated that there have been “one coup too … Continue reading Senegal promises to deploy its troops to support ECOWAS intervention in Niger
On Thursday, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, in his capacity as Chairman of ECOWAS, sent a delegation to the Republic of Niger with the mandate to address the political impasse following the recent coup in the country. The delegation, led by … Continue reading Tinubu sends envoys to Niger, Libya, and Algeria amid political tensions
In the early hours of Thursday, August 3, suspected bandits abducted two priests serving at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Gyedna, Garam Ward, Niger State. The kidnapped clergymen have been identified as Fr. Paul Sanogo and Seminarian Melchior. Eyewitnesses reported that … Continue reading Two catholic priests kidnapped by gunmen in Niger state
A massive rally took place in Niamey, Niger’s capital, with hundreds of coup supporters gathering at Independence Square. The rally was organized by a coalition of civil society associations on the occasion of the country’s independence from France in 1960. … Continue reading Mass pro coup rally draws hundreds in Niger’s capital
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has emphasized that the Armed Forces of Nigeria must receive approval from the Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS before undertaking any operation in an ECOWAS member state. The DHQ stated that military … Continue reading Nigerian soldiers not going to war in Niger – DHQ
Five suspected notorious receivers of stolen properties have been arrested by the Niger State Police Command in Minna and its environs. The arrest was made based on the confessions of a suspected robbery gang recently apprehended. The robbery gang operated … Continue reading Niger state police arrest 5 suspected receivers of stolen properties
Burkina Faso and Mali issued a joint warning against any military intervention in Niger to restore deposed President Mohamed Bazoum, stating it would be seen as a “declaration of war” against their countries. This response came after West African leaders, … Continue reading Burkina Faso and Mali Junta warn against military intervention in Niger
Citizens Action for Good Governance (CAGG) has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the international community to impose sanctions on the leaders responsible for the recent military coup in Niger. While condemning the coup, CAGG … Continue reading Group urges ECOWAS and international community to impose sanctions on Niger coup plotters
Niger’s army leadership has declared its support for a coup attempt initiated by soldiers of the presidential guard on the previous day, emphasizing its main objective is to prevent destabilization of the country. The army chief of staff, in an … Continue reading Niger’s army declares support for military coup attempt
A source close to President Mohamed Bazoum has reported that he is being held in detention by members of the Presidential Guard, who have been given an “ultimatum” by the army. Disgruntled members of the guard have sealed off access … Continue reading Niger president Mohamed Bazoum reportedly detained by guards
Gunmen launched a deadly assault on two villages in the Tillaberi border region of Niger Republic, resulting in the tragic deaths of 12 individuals who were working in the fields. A municipal official from Anzourou district reported the attack, where … Continue reading 12 field workers killed by gunmen in Niger
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Niger State has issued a warning to residents of Mokwa, Shiroro, Lavun, and Borgu Local Government Areas about the possibility of impending floods during the period from July to November. Hajiya Zainab Sa’idu, … Continue reading NEMA alerts four Niger councils of impending flood
The Nigerian Federal Government has officially confirmed the first case of anthrax in the country, specifically detected on a farm in Niger State. Earlier, on June 13, 2023, the government had warned the public about the anthrax outbreak in neighboring … Continue reading FG confirms first ‘Anthrax’ case in Niger state
Governor Mallam Umar Bago of Niger State has rejected the idea of subsidizing education, expressing concerns that it would compromise the quality of learning in schools. Instead, he emphasized the importance of vocational training in higher institutions, suggesting that short-term … Continue reading Niger state governor rejects education subsidy, stresses vocational training and scholarships
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