‘Communal conflicts threaten Niger Delta’s agricultural potential’

The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) has called for a collaborative approach to address the socio-economic root causes of conflict in the region. According to PIND’s policy brief and analysis of Peace Map data, over 800 …

Army Nabs 38 Oil Thieves in Niger Delta Sweep

Troops of the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, have apprehended 38 suspected oil thieves, dismantled 28 illegal refining sites, and recovered over 700,000 litres of stolen petroleum products. The operations …

France’s Orano considers exit from Niger uranium industry

ORANO, the French state-owned nuclear fuel company, is exploring the sale of its uranium assets in Niger following deteriorating relations with the country’s military government, said the Financial Times. This potential withdrawal marks another setback for …

DAILY POLITICS: NIGER COUP; ECOWAS To Activate Stand By Force And Deploy To Niger

Terrorist Bello Turji’s Ally Invited From Niger Republic Killed In Sokoto Air Strike —Nigerian Air Force

In a statement released on Sunday, 18 May 2025, the Army said the Air Component of Operation Fagge Yama carried out the precision strike near Tunfa Primary School in Isa Local Government Area, Sokoto State. A key ally of the notorious terrorist leader …

Road crash kills 7 in Niger

At least seven people have lost their lives, while 11 others sustained serious injuries in a road crash along the Agaie-Bida road. Sources said the accident involved a truck transporting grains and carrying 36 passengers. The Director General of the Niger …

French nuclear company considers Niger asset sale after ties with junta turn sour

French state-owned nuclear fuel company Orano is considering selling its uranium assets in Niger, following the deterioration of its relationship with the country’s military government. The development comes after months of strained ties between Orano and …

Niger State: APC Chairman warns members against illicit activities in ward development projects

 The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Niger State, Alhaji Aminu Musa Bobi, has issued a warning to party members, stating that anyone found involved in illicit dealings related to the state’s ward development projects will face severe …

Nigerian troops arrest suspected oil thieves, recover stolen products in Niger Delta

Troops of the 6 Division Nigerian Army, in collaboration with other security agencies, have arrested at least 38 suspected oil thieves, deactivated no fewer than 28 illegal refining sites, and recovered more than 700,000 litres of stolen petroleum products …

Niger Delta: Troops nab 38 ‘oil thieves’, recover over 700,000 litres

Troops of 6 Division, Nigerian Army, in conjunction with other security agencies have intensified the crackdown against crude oil theft and associated crimes across the Niger Delta region.  The operations, which were conducted between 12 and 18 May 2025, …