Guinea's Junta Leader Doumbouya Runs for President
Mamady Doumbouya, Guinea's junta leader, is set to win a presidential election after barring opposition. Read about the vote and its implications for West Africa.
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Police Inspector Commits Suicide in Niger State Custody
A Police Inspector attached to Niger State Government House has reportedly died in detention after arrest for alleged arms dealing with bandits. This is the second such incident in a week.
Bago signs Niger's N1.07 trillion 2026 budget
Governor Umaru Bago has enacted Niger State's N1.073 trillion 2026 budget, with over N783bn for capital projects. Nasarawa Assembly also passes N545.2bn appropriation bill. Read the details.
Niger State's N1.073 Trillion 2026 Budget Signed
Governor Umaru Bago has signed Niger State's 2026 budget of over N1.073 trillion into law, with capital expenditure exceeding N783 billion. The governor praised the Assembly for swift passage.
PINL Gives Free Medical Care, Palliatives to 800 in Niger Delta
PINL security firm provides free medical outreach and palliatives to over 800 persons in Bayelsa host communities. The initiative aims to secure pipelines and mitigate flooding impacts. Read more.
Niger State Governor Sacks 30 Special Advisers
Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago disengages 30 aides to reorganise his administration for efficiency under the New Niger agenda. Read details of the strategic shake-up.
Niger Gov Calls for Prayer for Kidnapped Schoolchildren
Niger State Governor Muhammad Umaru Bago appeals for prayers for the safe return of the remaining abducted pupils of St Mary's Catholic School, Papiri. He made the call at a dinner with journalists.
Eight Suspects Arraigned for Child Trafficking in Niger
Niger State Police have charged eight individuals for child trafficking and kidnapping. The syndicate allegedly stole and sold children from Lambata. Read the shocking details.
Female arms courier arrested with 2,500 ammunition
Niger State Police apprehend a 35-year-old woman, Zuwaira Usman, transporting 2,500 AK-47 rounds. The suspect reveals a criminal network spanning Kaduna and Delta states. Read the full details of the interstate arms smuggling bust.
100 Niger Schoolchildren Freed After Bandit Kidnapping
The Nigerian government has secured the release of 100 pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State earlier this year. Read the full details of the rescue operation.
Burkina Faso Releases 8 NGO Staff Accused of Spying
Burkina Faso's military junta has released eight INSO staff detained for alleged espionage. The NGO denies the charges, citing its humanitarian mission. Read the full details.
Amnesty Condemns Burkina Faso's Death Penalty Plan
Amnesty International urges Burkina Faso's military junta to halt plans to reinstate the death penalty for treason and terrorism, warning it reverses abolition progress. Read more.
Guinea-Bissau Junta Cites Ethnic War Risk for Coup
Guinea-Bissau's military justifies seizing power, claiming post-election instability risked an ethnic civil war. The junta's new narrative contradicts initial claims.
Burkina Faso Junta Brings Back Death Penalty
Burkina Faso's military rulers announce the return of the death penalty for treason and terrorism, alongside new anti-LGBTQ laws. Get the full details on this major policy shift.
Two Pastors Arrested in Niger Child Trafficking Ring
Niger State Police have arrested three more suspects, including two pastors, and rescued three additional children sold for N3.7 million. A total of nine children have now been recovered in the ongoing investigation.
Niger Puts Nationalized Uranium on International Market
Niger's military junta announces sale of Somair uranium globally, defying France's Orano. This move marks a major geopolitical shift towards Russia and impacts Europe's energy security. Read the full analysis.
4 Catechist's Kids Among 265 Abducted Niger Students
Bishop Bulus Yohanna discloses a catechist's four children are among 265 missing students from St. Mary's school in Niger. Parents' protest was halted. Pray for their safe return.
Parents Protest Niger Govt Inaction Over Abducted Pupils
Parents of 300+ abducted students from St. Mary's Catholic School protest government negligence. Eight days later, children remain captive as international concern grows.
Bandits gang-rape 13-year-old in Niger State
Hasiya A. Bawa, 13, hospitalized after brutal gang rape by bandits in Shiroro LGA. Community security crisis deepens as 24 others abducted in separate attack.
20 Farmers Kidnapped in Niger State Attack
Armed bandits have kidnapped about 20 farmers, including pregnant women and children, from a rice farm in Niger state. This comes just days after a mass school abduction. Read the latest details.
Niger School Attack: Missing Children Count Uncertain
About 50 schoolchildren escaped bandits in Niger State Catholic school attack. Authorities remain uncertain about missing pupils as bishop restricts information sharing with security officials.
Full List: 265 Abducted Niger Catholic School Victims Named
Catholic Diocese releases names of 265 abducted students and teachers from St. Mary's Schools in Niger State. 50 students escaped. Government urged to act swiftly.
50 Niger Schoolchildren Escape Kidnappers
Fifty abducted children from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captors. Over 250 students and staff remain missing following Friday's mass kidnapping. CAN confirms details.
50 Abducted Niger Students Escape, Names Released
Fifty students from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captivity after mass abduction. Authorities release names as search continues for remaining victims.
50 Abducted Niger School Pupils Escape from Captors
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped captivity and reunited with families. Security efforts continue for remaining victims.
Tinubu on Kwara Rescue, Niger Students Escape
President Tinubu praises security forces after 38 Kwara worshippers rescued, 51 Niger students escape captivity. Read latest updates on Nigeria's security situation.
50 Abducted Niger Pupils Escape, Names Released
Fifty pupils abducted from St. Mary Private School in Niger State have escaped captivity. Bishop Bulus Yohanna confirms 253 children and 12 staff remain held. Read the full list of names.
50 Niger Schoolchildren Escape from Kidnappers
Fifty of the 315 students abducted from St. Mary's Catholic School in Niger State have escaped. Security forces continue search for remaining children. Read the latest updates.
Pope Urges Release of 315 in Nigeria Mass Kidnapping
Pope Leo XIV calls for immediate release of over 300 hostages taken from Nigerian Catholic schools. Learn about the escalating kidnapping crisis and international response.
Okonjo-Iweala Saddened by School Attacks in Nigeria
WTO DG Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala expresses deep sorrow over the killings and kidnappings of students and teachers in northern Nigeria. Read more on the security crisis and its impact on education.
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