Security Threat Spurs Crackdown on Political Opposition, Civil Society, Media Niger’s military junta has entrenched authoritarian rule, dismantled democratic institutions, and intensified repression since seizing […]
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Confederation of Sahel States reaffirms support for Niger after airport attack
The Confederation of Sahel States has expressed strong support for Niger following Thursday’s terrorist attack on Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, which killed 11 […]
Gunfire heard near int’l airport in Niger’s capital
Continuous gunfire was heard in the area surrounding Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey, the capital of Niger, in the early hours of Thursday. Several […]
Nigerien, Beninese leaders pledge to enhance cooperation
Nigerien President Abdourahamane Tiani and his Beninese counterpart Romuald Wadagni have expressed their commitment to removing all obstacles hindering stronger bilateral cooperation, including reopening the […]
Niger suspends 9 French media outlets over public order concerns
Niger’s media regulator on Friday suspended broadcasts by nine French media outlets nationwide over content it said could “seriously jeopardize public order” and destabilize the […]
Niger marks 50th anniversary of Chinese medical team’s mission
A ceremony was held on Wednesday at the Niamey General Reference Hospital to mark the 50th anniversary of the Chinese medical team’s presence in Niger, […]
Niger, Algeria agree to strengthen cooperation after joint commission meeting
The Niger-Algeria High Joint Commission for Cooperation has concluded its second session held in the Nigerien capital with the signing of wide-ranging agreements and memorandums […]