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Niger State
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Road accident in Niger claims five lives, leaves eight injured
A collision between a passenger trailer and a stationary tanker in Agaie, Niger State, has left five people dead and eight others hospitalized with injuries.
Niger Court Imposes 95-Year Combined Sentence on Four Men for Rape
A Minna magistrate court has sentenced four men to a total of 95 years in prison for the gang rape and impregnation of a 13-year-old girl in Niger State.
Four Men Receive 95-Year Prison Terms for Gang-Raping Minor in Niger State
A Minna court has sentenced four men to a total of 95 years in prison for the gang-rape of a 13-year-old girl in Kontagora, Niger State.
Niger State Authorities Apprehend Two Women for Alleged Child Trafficking
Police in Niger State have detained two women for suspected child trafficking, rescuing four children and discovering ritualistic materials at their residence in Suleja.
NSCDC Mining Marshals Shut Down Seven Unlicensed Mineral Facilities in Niger State
NSCDC Mining Marshals have shut down seven illegal mineral trading centres in Kontagora, Niger State, and arrested four suspects for breaching national mining regulations.
Eight Niger State Revenue Officials Apprehended for Alleged Financial Misconduct
Police have arrested eight Niger State Internal Revenue Service employees accused of diverting billions of naira in state revenue, with investigations currently ongoing.
Diko residents and masquerades protest solar project land takeover in Niger State
Residents in Diko, Niger State, joined by masquerades, protested the government's acquisition of 500 hectares of farmland for an Abuja Steel Mills Limited solar project, citing a lack of consultation and threats to their livelihoods.
Diko residents demonstrate against 500-hectare land grant for solar project in Niger State
Protesters in Diko, Niger State, are opposing the government's decision to grant 500 hectares of farmland to Abuja Steel Mills Limited, fearing the loss of their livelihoods and questioning the true purpose of the industrial project.
Niger State Legislature Halts Proceedings Amid Executive Conflict
Lawmakers in Niger state have moved to suspend assembly sittings indefinitely as a protest against unresolved tensions with the executive branch.
Niger State Assembly halts legislative activities citing friction with state executive
Niger State lawmakers have indefinitely suspended plenary sessions due to unresolved disputes with the executive arm of government, leading to a heated floor debate and a subsequent closed-door meeting.