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Niger State

June 2, 2025

CAN commiserates with Mokwa community over flood disaster

He urged all residents of Mokwa to remain hopeful and proactive in the recovery efforts so that the community can emerge stronger from the crisis.

Mokwa community flood
June 1, 2025

Buhari mourns victims of Niger flood, Kano road crash 

‘’The deaths are painful and devastating,” the statement said.

Buhari in suit
June 1, 2025

Death toll now 151, 3000 displaced in Niger flood disaster:NEMA 

Mrs Umar said, “So far, 151 bodies have been recovered, 503 households and 264 houses affected, and 3,018 individuals displaced.’’

flooding used to illustrate the story
May 29, 2025

21 die, 10 missing in Niger flood disaster

Mr Hussaini stated that over 50 residential houses were submerged and washed away with their occupants.

Niger map
May 25, 2025

Nigerian pilgrims commend NAHCON on accommodation, feeding in Saudi Arabia

Mr Riyau said that provision of decent meals for the pilgrims would also enhance their experiences.

NIGERIAN PILGRIMS IN SAUDI
May 21, 2025

Gov. Bago assents to five bills from Niger assembly

The commissioner said Mr Bagos’ decision to sign the bills into law demonstrated his commitment to improving the residents’ lives.

Governor Umaru Bago
April 23, 2025

FG inaugurates flight operations at Bola Tinubu International Airport in Niger

Mr Bago highlighted the airport’s potential and ongoing developments.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu Airport, Niger State
April 23, 2025

Insecurity: Public outrage forces Niger governor to clarify order on arrest of individuals spotting dreadlocks  

Mr Bago said the directive was issued against cult members terrorising the peace of the state.

Governor Umaru Bago
April 22, 2025

‘No tolerance for rascality in Niger,’ Gov Bago orders arrest of people with dreadlocks

“No tolerance for rascality in Minna,” Mr Bago said in a viral video on X on Tuesday, “Anybody you find with dreadlocks, arrest him, shave his hair and fine him.”

Governor Umar Bago and dreadlocks used to illustrate this story
April 11, 2025

Niger govt receives 17 kidnapped victims rescued by police

One of the victims, Victoria Ishaya, told journalists that 15 of them were kidnapped from one household.

Rescued kidnap victims (Credit: NAN)