Niger tragedy: UNICEF leads medical team to avert disease outbreak

A team of medical experts has been deployed by the United Nations Children’s Fund to Mokwa Local Government Area in Niger State, following a disease outbreak. The intervention follows recent flooding in some of Mokwa’s communities, which claimed nearly 200 …

Abuja, Niger residents delay ram purchase to Sallah day over high cost

With barely 24 hours to the Eid-el-Kabir celebration, some residents of Abuja and neighbouring Niger State have deferred the purchase of rams and other sacrificial animals until the morning of the Eid day. They blamed the decision on the sharp increase in …

Four arrested in Niger for alleged conspiracy, attempted kidnapping, possession of firearms

The Niger State Police Command has arrested four suspects for alleged conspiracy, criminal intimidation, attempted kidnapping, and possession of firearms. The command made this disclosure through its Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, in Minna, …

Victims’ Families Kick as Niger Gov Pardons Murder Convicts

Gaba Community in Lavun Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State has kicked against the unconditional state pardon granted to the 11 persons sentenced to death by the Justice Maimuna A. Abubakar of the State High Court for culpable homicide of seven …

Niger flood tragedy: Minister mourns Mokwa victims, urges national action on climate change

Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Abdullahi, has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives caused by the recent devastating flood that struck Mokwa, Niger State. Offering prayers and condolences to the bereaved in a …

Sheep markets struggle in Niger ahead of Eid al-Adha amid insecurity and economic strain

With Eid al-Adha just days away, sheep markets in Niger are grappling with mounting challenges tied to insecurity and a worsening economic climate. On Wednesday, trader Zimbeye Sekaraou stood beside his flock at a busy market in Niamey, the capital. The …

Mokwa flood: Niger Govt commends UNICEF’s prompt response to victims

 Niger government has commended the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) for its proactive response and support to victims of the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government. The Deputy Governor, Mr Yakubu Garba, gave the commendation during a visit …

FG Announces N2bn Support Fund For Niger Flood Victims As Death Toll Rises To 161

Federal Government has approved N2 billion for the rebuilding of houses destroyed by recent flooding, which ravaged communities in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State. In a statement by Niger State Emergency Management Agency, revealed that the …

Death toll in Niger flood rises to 161

The Niger State Government has confirmed that the death toll from the recent flood disaster in Mokwa Local Government Area has risen to 161. According to a statement issued in Minna by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Abubakar Usman, three more …

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