Chaos at Niger State Government House Over Delayed Screening of Political Appointee
Recently, chaos erupted at the Niger State Government House in Minna, where around 4,000 political appointees gathered for a much-anticipated screening exercise. This event was meant to address their pressing salary issues, but it quickly turned into a scene of unrest. The appointees arrived early Wednesday morning, eager to resolve their concerns over halted salaries. […]
Teenager Arrested for Robbing POS Attendant at Knifepoint in Minna
A 17-year-old boy named Wisdom Danjuma has been arrested by the Niger State Police Command for robbing a Point of Sale (POS) shop in Minna, Niger State. According to the police spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, the incident took place on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. The suspect entered the POS shop and pulled out a long, […]
Suspected Car Thief Arrested in Niger State
The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man, Halilu Shuaibu, suspected of stealing a car. His arrest is part of an ongoing effort to reduce car theft in the region. This incident highlights the importance of staying vigilant and the swift action of law enforcement in protecting citizens’ property. Details of the Arrest: Halilu […]
Niger Lawmaker Comdt. Joseph Haruna Sduzaof Passes Away
Comdt. Joseph Haruna Sduzaof, a respected member of the Niger State House of Assembly, has passed away. He represented the Munya Constituency and served as the Chairman of the House Standing Committee on Security and Intelligence. His death occurred on Friday evening, September 13, 2024, after a brief illness. Farouq Isah, the Head of Media […]
NAF Airstrikes Devastate Terrorists in Niger State
On September 11, 2024, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) executed a decisive airstrike operation against terrorists in Bassa, Niger State, as part of Operation WHIRL PUNCH. This operation was aimed at dismantling terrorist activities in the region. During the mission, NAF aircraft targeted a large group of over 100 terrorists who were engaged in a […]
Tanker Explosion in Minna Kills 30 People, Burns 50 Cattle
A tragic accident occurred in Agaie Local Government Area of Niger State, where a tanker explosion claimed the lives of over 30 people. The incident happened in the early hours of Sunday, September 8, 2024, around 12:30 am, along the Lapai-Agaie road, about 2 kilometers away from Dendo Community. The disaster took place when a […]
Residents Evacuate After Armed Hoodlums Raid Niger State Community, Resulting in One Death
In a shocking turn of events, residents of Muhammad Inuwa Wushishi Housing Estate in Minna, Niger State, were forced to flee their homes following a violent raid by armed hoodlums on September 2, 2024. The attackers, believed to be artisanal miners, caused extensive damage to around 50 houses and vehicles before warning the remaining residents […]
Land Dispute in Niger State Ends in Tragedy: Immigration Officer Killed
A recent land dispute in Niger State has escalated into a tragic incident, with the death of an immigration officer named Isah Mohammed. The confrontation occurred on August 14, 2024, in Lavun Local Government Area, which has been embroiled in a prolonged conflict between the Doko and Kupafu communities. Details of the Incident: Isah Mohammed, […]
Redeemed Christian Church in Niger State Set on Fire Again by Arsonists
In the early hours of Saturday morning, the Redeemed Christian Church of God (Champion Zonal Headquarters) in Kontagora, Niger State, was engulfed in flames. This tragic event, occurring around 3:00 am, has devastated the church community, as the building was completely destroyed and its properties looted by the attackers. This is not the first time […]
More Bodies Recovered from Niger Mining Pit Two Months After Collapse
Two months after the collapse of a mining pit in Galkogo, Shiroro Local Government Area of Niger State, four more bodies have been recovered, bringing the total number of recovered victims to 14. The tragic incident occurred on June 3, 2024, at a site managed by African Minerals and Logistics Limited, where many laborers were […]