Niger

2,368 persons test positive for HIV/AIDS in Niger

About 2,368 persons have tested positive for HIV/AIDS in Niger, an official has said. Dr Muhammed Makusidj, the state Commissioner…

3 years ago

Suspected bandits’ spiritualist arrested in Niger

Police have arrested a suspected spiritual consultant to some bandits in Niger, Nasarawa and Abuja. Umar Samaila, 50, was arrested…

3 years ago

After Abduction of 83 Villagers, Niger Bans Sale of Motorcycles

- Katsina recruits 500 more vigilance operatives to tackle banditry To curb incessant banditry and kidnapping in Niger State, Governor…

3 years ago

BREAKING: Boko Haram kidnap 22 girls in Rafi, Niger for marriage

Gunmen suspected to be members of the dreaded Boko Haram sect have allegedly kidnapped a total of 22 girls in…

3 years ago

BREAKING: Bandits gun down hunter, abduct 30 in Niger

A hunter has been killed while 30 persons have been kidnapped in Zazzaga Community, Munya Local Government Area of Niger…

3 years ago

Gunmen attack Niger community, kill nine, burn houses

Gunmen have attacked some Fulani settlements in the Mashegu Local Government Area of Niger State, killing nine people and burning…

3 years ago

Scores burnt to ashes, shops razed as two tankers collide in Niger

There was tragedy on Sunday at Enagi, headquarters of the Edati Local Government Area of Niger State when two tankers…

3 years ago

Troops Repel Bandits, Kill 20 In Niger

Troops in the joint military operation of the Nigerian armed forces Friday night killed no fewer than 20 gunmen suspected…

3 years ago

Bandits attack mosque, kill 18 worshippers in Niger

No fewer than 18 people were reportedly killed in the early hours of Monday as armed bandits invaded Maza-Kuka Community,…

3 years ago

Gunmen abduct 30 travellers in three vehicles from Niger

About 30 travellers were on Wednesday abducted by gun in three different vehicles in Niger State. But the Niger police…

3 years ago