21 Killed, 40 Kidnapped in Niger
Up to 21 persons have been killed and 40 kidnapped in a fresh attack on communities in Shiroro Council of Niger State. Dozens of gunmen on motorcycles reportedly stormed four…
Bandits Kidnap 18 Passengers in Niger
Eighteen passengers of the Niger State Transport Authority (NSTA) have reportedly been kidnapped by bandits. The attack occurred at Yakila village, Rafi Local Government Area of the state on Sunday.…
Niger Govt Confirms Information Commissioner’s Abduction
Mary Noel-Berje, Chief Press Secretary to Niger state Governor, Sanni Bello has confirmed the abduction of commissioner for information, Mohammed Sani Idris. Berje, in a statement issued on Monday, said the…
Abducted Niger State Commissioner Regains Freedom
The Niger State Commissioner for information, Alhaji Muhammed Sani, who was abducted by gun men in his home has regained freedom. Recall that the commissioner was abducted from his home…
We Are Working With FG To Deploy Drones To Fight Insecurity – Niger Government
Ahmed Matane, secretary to the Niger state government, says the state is working with the federal government to deploy drones for tackling insecurity in the state. Matane, speaking on Tuesday…
Shops, Cars Burnt as Trailer Collides With Tanker in Niger
Several shops, houses and varying properties have been consumed by a fiery furnace caused by a collision between a trailer and tanker conveying petrol. According to reports, the sad incident…
Outrage as Bandits Turn Niger into North Killing Field
Residents in Niger State's various communities are currently on edge due to the constant invasion of their communities by bandits, kidnappers, and other militias. The invaders readily kill, kidnap, and…
Niger, Benin, Togo Remits N2.04bn Electricity Tariff to Nigeria
The West African trio of Niger, Benin, Togo has remitted a combined sum of N2.04bn as outstanding electricity bill purchased from Nigeria in the first quarter of 2020. This was…
Bad Weather Affects Air Assault as Terrorists People in Niger
More than 200 terrorists have attacked communities in Niger State's Kontagora, Mariga, and Rijau local government areas. In a convoy of about 100 motorcycles, they stormed the areas and killed…
Breaking: Nigeria to Import Fuel From Niger Republic
Nigeria has entered an agreement with Nigeria Republic to enable the oil rich African giants import petroleum products from it's tiny West African neighbors. This follows a bilateral agreement between…