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American Missionary Gets Kidnapped in Niger
(MENAFN) An American missionary was abducted from his residence in Niger, according to multiple security sources who spoke to CBS News, a partner of BBC in the United States. The unidentified man was taken from the capital city, Niamey, on...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: NGO report highlights fatal consequences of EU externalisation policies – ICC asked to examine potential involvement of European officials in crimes committed by Libyan authorities against people on the move – Joint Libyan…
A new NGO report has warned that the EU’s externalisation policies have made asylum journeys increasingly deadly. A group of human rights lawyers has asked the International Criminal Court to investigate European officials for their potential...
Owner: ECRE (Non-profit)
Explosion of fuel tanker results in dozens of deaths in Nigeria
(MENAFN) At least 30 people have died after an oil tanker overturned and exploded in Niger State, central Nigeria, as villagers rushed to collect spilled fuel. The incident occurred along the Bida-Agaie road near the Essan and Badeggi communities...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
Seven soldiers get murdered in assault by Boko Haram in Nigeria
(MENAFN) Seven Nigerian soldiers were killed in an assault carried out by the Boko Haram terrorist group in the northeast of the country, according to media reports on Saturday. The attack targeted military personnel in Konduga, Borno state,...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
African Union suspends Madagascar’s membership after leader’s ousting
(MENAFN) The African Union (AU) has suspended Madagascar’s membership after the military ousted President Andry Rajoelina, forcing him to flee to a “safe location” amid escalating unrest. The suspension was announced Wednesday, hours after Colonel...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
Reggae-dancehall artiste Terry Ganzie, the Original Outlaw Leader is back
Back Pon Di Throne WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- One of the marquee dancehall artistes of the 1990s, Terry Ganzie is once again immersed in music, returning to his roots after a self-imposed hiatus from a...
UNHCR calls for support to tackle displacement crisis in Africa
(MENAFN) The UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has issued an urgent appeal for stronger international action to address the escalating displacement crisis across Africa’s Sahel region, where nearly 4 million people have been forced from their homes in...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
New global report warns child marriage is evolving in 2025
TORONTO, Oct. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the world marks International Day of the Girl on October 11, Plan International, the leading global expert on girls’ rights, warns of a dangerous evolution in child marriage. A new report finds that...
NIGER LG ELECTION: Voters Participate in Polls To Elect Chairmen, Councillors
Local government election held on Saturday across 25 local government areas in Niger State. Correspondent Nma Mohammed, who monitored the exercise, reports that voters expressed satisfaction with the turnout. www.itvradiong.com/live...
Owner: Adebayo Onanuga
Two Killed, Three Injured As Violence Mars Niger LG Election
Two people were confirmed dead and three others severely injured on Saturday following a violent clash during the local government elections in Niger State. The incident occurred at the Central Ward of Kontagora Local Government Area, one of the...
Owner: Opemipo Adeniyi
Trump threatens military action in Nigeria over protections for Christians
President Donald Trump on Saturday threatened Nigeria with potential military action and said the United States might cut off aid, accusing the West African country’s government of failing to protect Christians. Trump said in a post on social...
Owner: Todd Carpenter & Canso Investment Counsel
Atiku Slams Niger Governor Over Student’s Arrest, Calls Detention ‘Abuse Of Power And Assault On Democracy’
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the arrest and prolonged detention of a postgraduate student of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), Abubakar Isah Mokwa, for criticising Governor Umaru Bago of Niger State,...
Owner: Nduka Obaigbena
Updated: Trump Warns of Military Action Against Nigeria Over Alleged Christian Persecution
U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said he has asked the Defence Department to prepare for possible “fast” military action in Nigeria if the West African nation fails to crack down on the killing of Christians. The U.S. government said it...
Owner: Olufemi Soneye
BREAKING: One Person Dead In Stampede As Niger Residents Jostle For Governor Bago’s Cash Ahead Of Council Poll
A little girl has reportedly died, and several others were injured following a stampede in Bida, Niger State, as thousands of residents gathered to receive cash handouts allegedly promised by Governor Umar Bago ahead of the November 1 local...
Owner: Omoyele Sowore
Christian Killings: Tensions Spike As Trump Threatens Aid Freeze, Military Action In Nigeria
November 02, (THEWILL) — Tensions between Nigeria and Washington escalated sharply on Saturday, after U.S. President, Donald Trump, issued a blunt warning, vowing to halt American aid and consider military action if authorities fail to stop the...
Owner: Austyn Ogannah
Trump threatens US military action in Nigeria
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US President Donald Trump on Saturday said he has asked the Defense Department to prepare for possible "fast" military action in Nigeria if the West African nation fails to crack down on the killing of Christians. The US government will also...
Owner: Toufique Imrose Khalidi & Asif Mahmood
Niger chairmanship candidate applauds smooth conduct of LG polls
Mustapha Jibrin, the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmanship candidate for the Chanchaga Local Government Area of Niger, has commended the peaceful conduct of the state’s council elections. Mr Jibrin, after casting his vote at the Tilapia...
Owner: Samuel Ogundipe
'Guns-a-blazing':Trump threatens US military action in Nigeria over treatment of Christians
Trump warns of “guns-a-blazing” strike to “fully wipe out” militants. Says goal is to target “terrorists committing horrible atrocities.” Instructs “Department of War” to prepare for possible action. US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that...
Owner: Mir Shakil-ur-Rahman
