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Mariga

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
September 21, 2023

Twenty-one suspected bandits killed in Kebbi: Official

According to a local government chairman, at least 21 suspected bandits have been killed in Kebbi.

Bandits attack
September 15, 2023

FG to resettle over 22,000 IDPs in Niger: Minister

She added that government plans to expand its social register to accommodate and capture the IDPs in its various social interventions.

IDPs
August 10, 2023

Flood displaces five communities in Niger state

Mr Garba stated this while giving update on the current flood situation in the state.

Photo of a flooded community used to illustrate the story (Credit: PG)