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Niger State Christians Demand Political Representation Ahead of 2027 Election
Christian leaders in Niger State are calling for increased political inclusion, demanding a Christian deputy governor for the 2027 elections to address perceived religious imbalances in governance.
Niger State Police Prosecute Drivers After Seizing 82 Vehicles
Niger State police have charged motorists after impounding 82 vehicles during a crackdown on unregistered cars, defaced plates, and illegal tinted glass.
Mokwa Flood Survivors Demand Accountability Over N5 Billion in Missing Donations
One year after a lethal flood in Niger State's Mokwa region, survivors are calling for transparency as questions mount over the handling of over N5 billion in relief donations and the slow pace of reconstruction.
Niger State PDP Urges 2027 Candidates to Prioritize Policy Over Personal Attacks
The Niger State PDP has formally issued certificates of return to its 2027 candidates, urging them to run policy-focused campaigns and foster grassroots unity.
Five individuals detained in Niger State for goat theft
Niger State Police have apprehended five suspects for stealing 17 goats in Mokwa and are actively pursuing other members of the criminal group.
Suspected roadside bomb kills three Nigerian soldiers in Borgu
Three Nigerian soldiers died and others sustained injuries when their vehicle triggered an improvised explosive device near Babanna in Niger State.
Jonathan Vatsa Advises Governor Bago to Select Christian Deputy for 2027 Election
APC chieftain Jonathan Vatsa warns Governor Bago that the party must choose a Christian deputy for the 2027 election to address concerns regarding the marginalization of Christians in Niger State.
Experts advocate for localized mediation as agricultural season heightens farmer-herder tension
Stakeholders are calling for localized conflict resolution strategies in Niger State to address rising tensions between farmers and herders as the new agricultural season begins.
Rafi Local Government communal conflict results in high death toll
Local residents in Niger State report over 30 fatalities in ongoing clashes between Fulani and Kamuku communities, despite official police figures citing 18 deaths.
FUT Minna Enhances Security Protocols and Increases Student Housing Following Protests
Following student protests, FUT Minna is strengthening security in nearby residential areas and fast-tracking the construction of 2,000 new on-campus beds to improve student safety.