Friday, June 26, 2026

Niger

February 1, 2026

NDLEA seizes 9, 939kg of illicit drugs in six states’ raids

Mr Babafemi said that a total of 4,063.675kg skunk was destroyed on over 1.6 hectares of farmland.

NDLEA
February 1, 2026

Governors to prioritise sugar projects for industrial growth in states

The executive secretary said that recent macroeconomic developments had improved the competitiveness and profitability of local sugar production.

NGF meeting
February 1, 2026

Tinubu’s reforms opening new pathways for Nigerian youths: Minister 

Mr Idris described Nigeria as a youthful nation with immense potential.

Information minister Mohammed Idris
January 30, 2026

53-year-old man dies during visit to female friend in Niger

The police said the woman had been arrested, and the corpse of the deceased had been deposited for examination to ascertain the actual cause of death.

Police
January 30, 2026

Troops killed ISWAP commander Qaid, scores of terrorists; rescued 230 kidnap victims in January: DHQ

Mr Onoja reaffirmed the military’s commitment to sustaining pressure on terrorists and criminal elements.

terrorists
January 29, 2026
Niger Republic
January 29, 2026

SFH malaria intervention campaign protects 49 million in seven states

The Society for Family Health report says its 2025 malaria intervention programme in seven states protected more than 49 million Nigerians through integrated prevention campaigns.

Sick children
January 27, 2026

58% women of reproductive age are anaemic: FG

She attributed the trend to poor dietary diversity, food insecurity and socio-economic factors. 

Women
January 27, 2026

Niger: Gov Bago praises NAF for upholding national security

Governor Umaru Bago has hailed NAF for its professionalism and sacrifices in safeguarding Nigeria’s territorial integrity and national security, particularly in Niger.

2025 Base Socio-Cultural Activities of NAF in Minna
January 26, 2026

Lagos siting of gold refinery undermines equity, national interest: Northern Coalition 

The group said the refinery controversy transcended administration and raised constitutional, economic, and moral questions.

Gold refining site