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Niger Delta stakeholders are urging the Nigerian government to decentralize pipeline surveillance to combat rampant oil theft more effectively.

The Ijaw Youth Congress Worldwide has urged the Nigerian Federal Government to prioritize the development and operationalization of key ports in the Niger Delta region.

Germany has temporarily withdrawn its diplomatic staff from Niger due to escalating security concerns in the region.

A disinformation network consisting of fake social media accounts is undermining the Alliance of Sahel States, targeting the leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.

A protest took place in Niamey against the European Parliament's call for the immediate release of ousted President Mohamed Bazoum.

Civil society groups in Niger criticize the EU's call for the release of former President Mohamed Bazoum, alleging French influence behind the resolution.

Germany has temporarily withdrawn its diplomatic staff from Niger due to rising concerns over jihadist violence and kidnapping threats against Western nationals.

The European Parliament has adopted a resolution calling for the release of Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum, sparking anger and tension within the Alliance of Sahel States.

Germany has suspended the operations of its embassy in Niger due to heightened security threats, including risks of kidnapping by jihadist groups.

The Alliance of Sahel states has condemned the European Parliament's call for the immediate release of Niger's detained former president Mohamed Bazoum, labeling it as interference in national sovereignty.

Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago urges Muslims to pray for an end to insecurity during his Eid-el-Fitr message.

The Niger Delta Development Commission emphasizes the necessity of public-private partnerships for advancing development in the Niger Delta region, highlighted by a recent meeting with Ibom Air's management.

A 50-year-old meat seller in Niger State has been accused of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old boy who visited his shop.

A Niger Delta sociocultural group has called for the Nigerian Army to vacate a local Skills Acquisition Centre, asserting that their presence is hampering youth employment and development.

Niger State Governor Umar Bago has pledged a robust response to confront banditry and its informants, stressing the dire consequences of insecurity on local education and agriculture.

A cleric in Sokoto defies a directive from the Sultan to observe Eid al-Fitr on a different day, citing moon sightings in Niger Republic.

The Niger Delta Development Commission has trained 500 youths in autogas conversion as part of an initiative to combat unemployment and promote cleaner energy in the region.

Niger's authorities are actively raising awareness about the 'general mobilization for the defense of the homeland,' a measure introduced by General Abdourahamane Tiani.

A misinformation network composed of inauthentic accounts is actively targeting the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), aiming to discredit the governments of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.

Algeria's renewed diplomatic efforts toward Niger and Burkina Faso signify a strategic attempt to strengthen ties within the Sahel region despite skepticism from Mali.

A blind man in Niger has been arrested for allegedly raping his wife's 10-year-old niece after luring her into his room.

The President of the Niger State chapter of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Dr. Orji Martin, expressed the association's readiness for dialogue with politicians, emphasizing a people-centered agenda for political engagement.

The Nigerien government has summoned the EU representative in Niamey to protest against the European Parliament's call for the immediate release of former President Mohammed Bazoum.

Niger's foreign minister summoned the EU chargé d'affaires following a European Parliament resolution demanding the release of the ousted president Mohamed Bazoum and his wife.

The United States is seeking to renew cooperation with Niger following the suspension of aid due to military takeovers in the region.

Chevron Nigeria has reiterated its dedication to the socio-economic development of the Niger Delta region through partnerships with local authorities.

A 16-year-old boy in Niger allegedly shot and killed his 15-year-old friend while playing with a loaded gun owned by his father, leading to both boys' families facing legal consequences.

The National Emergency Management Agency has received 147 Nigerian returnees from Niger Republic at Kano's airport.

A 16-year-old boy allegedly shot and killed his friend while playing with his father's gun in Niger State, Nigeria, leading to both his and his father's arrest.

Niger's government protested against a European Parliament resolution demanding the release of former President Mohamed Bazoum, asserting that such calls interfere in its internal affairs.

The Tillabéri region of Niger has seen nearly 1,300 deaths due to escalating jihadist violence, as the military junta struggles to control the situation amid ongoing terrorist threats from groups associated with Al-Qaeda and ISIS.

The European Parliament has passed a resolution demanding the immediate and unconditional release of Niger's detained elected president, Mohamed Bazoum, who has been in custody since the July 2023 military coup.

The European Parliament has called for the immediate and unconditional release of Niger's ousted President Mohamed Bazoum and his wife following their detention since a military coup in July 2023.

Leprosy patients in Niger State, Nigeria, received 25 electronic motorised beds to improve their treatment experience and recovery process.

The European Parliament is set to vote on a resolution demanding the release of Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been detained since a military coup in July 2023.

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has fulfilled his pledge of N30 million to the athletes of Team Edo following their victory at the Niger Delta Games.

Nigerian authorities are grappling with severe overcrowding in the Niamey civil prison, where the occupancy rate has reached 400%.

Jennifer Adighije, CEO of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, emphasizes the importance of women in leadership and the organization’s commitment to gender inclusivity during an event for International Women’s Day.

A 30-year-old Point of Sale operator was murdered in his residence in Minna, Niger State by suspected assailants who ignored pleas for mercy and attacked him viciously.

Norway's Foreign Ministry has expanded its travel advisory, urging against all trips to northeastern Nigeria and certain areas of the Niger Delta due to increasing violence and terrorism.

Malian journalist Youssouf Sissoko appeared before a specialized judicial pole against cybercrime, facing charges after publishing an article questioning the statements of a Nigerien military leader.

The Nigerien army successfully repelled an attack on a military drone base in Tahoua, leaving several soldiers injured and assailants dead.

For the first time, terrorist groups have attacked the significant city of Tahoua in Niger, targeting military bases with automatic weapon fire.

In Niger State, the governor has reported that 300,000 farmers have fled their communities due to insecurity, which may exacerbate the food crisis in Nigeria.

Three suspected kidnappers, including a Nigerien national, were arrested by the Edo State Police Command during operations targeting rising kidnapping incidents in Edo State, Nigeria.

The premiere of Laju Iren's movie 'Onobiren' showcased a vibrant display of Niger Delta culture and was attended by numerous dignitaries and celebrities in Lagos.

The Niger Delta Development Commission has cautioned traditional rulers and youths in Cross River State against the vandalism of its development projects.

Niger State Governor Mohammed Bago has threatened to revoke the Certificate of Occupancy of the Federal University of Technology, Minna, over a dispute regarding the university’s Bosso Campus.

Armed robbers in Niger State followed a man from a bank and stole over N10 million and his car.

The Chief of Air Staff commended the Niger Delta Development Commission for its supportive projects that enhance security in the region.