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Niger Police Apprehend 139, Remand 64 Individuals After Violent Suleja Protests
Niger State Police arrested 139 people and remanded 64 following a violent rally in Suleja where participants reportedly robbed citizens.
Niger State Advocates Urge Urgent Measures to Combat Child Malnutrition
Stakeholders in Niger State are demanding increased government funding and action to address a 43.9 percent child stunting rate, with local councils pledging new measures to improve nutrition.
Suspected bandit attack leaves nine dead near Wawa-Lumma road in Niger State
Nine people have been found dead along a road in Niger State following a suspected bandit attack, prompting an increase in security operations in the area.
Truck accident in Niger State results in 18 fatalities
A heavy-duty truck accident in Niger State has killed 18 people and injured 22 others after the vehicle struck a bridge near Bida.
Northern Senators Urge End to Recurrent Niger State Flooding Through Long-Term Strategy
The Northern Senators Forum is calling for a permanent flood management strategy for Niger State, moving beyond temporary aid to address infrastructure, dam management, and long-term planning.
Nine Bodies Found in Niger State Following Suspected Bandit Attack
Police in Niger State have recovered nine bodies from the Wawa-Lumma road in Borgu, suspected to be the result of a bandit attack, while security forces increase patrols.
Niger State authorities save 19 minors from mining operations; guardians hit with ₦5m bond
The Niger State Child Rights Protection Agency has rescued 19 children from illegal mining and imposed ₦5 million bonds on their parents to prevent future exploitation.
Niger CAN Leader Urges Christians to Engage in Politics to Safeguard Rights
Most Rev. Dr. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna of the Niger State CAN warns that political apathy among Christians could lead to the loss of their rights and urges active participation in the upcoming electoral process.
Niger State road accident leaves 15 dead and 25 injured
A collision involving two buses in Niger State resulted in 15 deaths and 25 injuries, according to the Federal Road Safety Corps.
Severe Flooding Causes N100 Million Damage in Minna
Severe rainfall has triggered massive flooding across Minna, destroying over N100 million worth of property and displacing many local residents.