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Niger State

May 30, 2024

Akume says Tinubu has defeated Boko Haram despite terrorists abducting 160 Niger villagers few days to anniversary

Amnesty International said the abduction of at least 160 people in Kuchi, a village in Munya LGA of Niger, indicates the failure of Mr Tinubu’s government to protect lives.

President Bola Tinubu sleeping at AU session (Credit: Michele Spatari/AFP)
May 24, 2024
Sleeping President Bola Tinubu
May 17, 2024

Boro Day: PAP boss urges Niger Delta youths to shun violence

The tribute came on the 56th-anniversary celebration of the demise of the late icon of the Ijaw struggle.

Ijaw youth celebrate Boro Day (Credit: X)
May 9, 2024

FG presents 1,437 metric tonnes of food items to Niger

The NEMA DG also alerted the governor to the 2024 seasonal climate prediction and urged preparedness.

Governor Umaru Bago
May 8, 2024

Using ‘Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets’ protects Nigerians against malaria: WHO

The use of Long-Lasting Insecticide Nets (LLINs) has been a game-changer, especially for families like that of Mr Unguwar Ayuba, residing in Maikunkele locality, Niger State.

Mosquito net
May 7, 2024

Six suspected phone snatchers arrested in Niger: Police

SP Wasiu Abiodun, the police command’s spokesman, said in Minna on Tuesday that the suspects were arrested on May 4.

Nigerian police officers used to illustrate the story
April 28, 2024

NAF air strikes hit terrorists’ hideouts in Shiroro; economic saboteurs in Niger Delta

Mr Gabkwet said the strikes have substantially weakened the potency of terrorist elements in the Northwest and oil thieves in the Niger Delta regions.

NAF'S FIGHTER JETS
April 28, 2024

Kwara police assure residents of safety amidst jailbreak in Niger

She said that the command is working closely with the relevant agencies to ensure the safety and security of the state.

Police van
April 25, 2024

119 inmates escape from Suleja custodial centre in Niger

Mr Duza said the incident occurred after a rainstorm that damaged the Suleja facility on Wednesday.

Kuje Prison Break
April 20, 2024

Commission proposes joint technical committee to end Kebbi, Niger boundary dispute

“There is equally the need for a physical fieldwork to trace the boundary in accordance with relevant documents.’’

National Boundary Commission