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Suspected Fatal Vehicle Fire Claims 15 Lives in Niger State
At least 15 people are feared dead after a vehicle caught fire on the Enagi–Costain Duma Sharp Corner Road in Niger State on Saturday.
Diphtheria outbreak in Niger State results in 17 fatalities
Over a seven-month period, Niger State has documented 124 cases of diphtheria, leading to 17 deaths, largely attributed to incomplete routine childhood vaccinations.
Niger State Authorities Target One-Year Window for Medical Student Clinical Training
The Niger State government plans to establish clinical training facilities for IBBU medical students within one year, ending the need to transfer pupils to other states.
Niger Police Apprehend 20-Year-Old for Midnight Kidnap Attempt
Niger State police have detained 20-year-old Tukur Bello for allegedly breaking into a home in Mokwa to kidnap two women, injuring one during the encounter.
Niger State Police and Army Brigade Leadership Commit to Enhanced Security Collaboration
Niger State Police Commissioner Adamu Abdullahi Elleman and Brig. Gen. K. Rabiu of the 31 Artillery Brigade have agreed to intensify joint security efforts and intelligence sharing to combat regional threats.
President Tinubu Commends Joint Rescue of 308 Kidnapped Victims
President Bola Tinubu has praised security agencies for the successful rescue of 308 kidnapping victims from Kwara and Niger states during a major joint operation.
President Tinubu Praises Rescue of 308 Kidnapped Individuals in Kwara and Niger
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended the joint security operation that successfully rescued 308 kidnapping victims from forests in Kwara and Niger states.
Niger State Launches Free Health Insurance Scheme for 66,000 Vulnerable Citizens
Niger State is registering 66,000 vulnerable residents for free health insurance to reduce financial barriers to medical care and promote universal health coverage.
Communal Conflict Leaves Rafi Local Government in Niger State Devastated
A devastating communal clash in Niger State's Rafi Local Government Area has displaced families, destroyed hundreds of homes, and left dozens dead, sparking an urgent need for justice and reconciliation.
Niger State Authorities Threaten Prosecution for Illegal Mining
Niger State officials have vowed to arrest and prosecute any individual or group engaging in unauthorized mining operations within the state.