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April 20, 2026

Niger police arrest 28-year-old woman with suspected cannabis

The suspect confessed to selling the substance to members of the public.

woman with suspected cannabis
April 6, 2026

300-level Niger varsity student stabbed to death by colleague at freshers’ night party

He was stabbed on Sunday during a freshers’ night party organised by the students’ union.

Niger college student killed
March 29, 2026

Tinubu Nigeria’s most prepared president; Buhari, Jonathan, Obasanjo ‘accidental’ leaders: APC Chieftain

The APC chieftain described Mr Tinubu as an enigma who understands Nigeria’s complex political terrain.

President Bola Tinubu
February 18, 2026

Police nab alleged kidnappers, murderers in Niger

The police command in Niger has arrested four suspects over alleged criminal conspiracy, armed robbery and murder in Minna.

Armed Policemen
February 5, 2026

Niger: Gov Bago approves free cancer diagnostics, scales up HPV vaccination

“Many patients do not die because treatment is impossible. They die because diagnosis comes too late due to inability to pay for tests,” Mr Bagana said.

Governor Umaru Bago
January 13, 2026

Army assures soldiers of reward for fallen heroes

“As the nation honours its fallen heroes and celebrates the contributions of veterans and serving personnel, Nigerians must collectively focus on national unity,” said Mr Adeyemo.

October 23, 2025

We’ll defend ourselves against bandits; no ransom, no negotiation, Governor Bago declares

“I will not negotiate or pay ransom to bandits. The moment we start paying, they will open shop on our heads and keep kidnapping people,” the Niger governor said.

bandits and Governor Mohammed Umar Bago
August 9, 2025

NACA commander urges troops to stay committed

He charged them to give their best in the fight against the enemies of the country.

Armed troops
July 12, 2025

Army chief Oluyede pledges to boost troops’ combat readiness

John Sokoya, the commander of NATRAC, in an address of welcome, congratulated the trainees for their perseverance, resilience, and doggedness.

Army chief Olufemi Oluyede
February 17, 2025

Bago inaugurates empowerment programme for 716 youths

He said the Niger government would continue to develop policies that positively impact the lives of the people, especially women and youths.

Governor Umaru Bago