Niger’s military government has appointed Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou as the new head of the armed forces, state television announced on Friday, weeks after […]
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Niger’s M62 vows to defend ‘homeland, dignity and sovereignty’ after failed coup
Niger’s M62 movement rallied behind the country’s defence and security forces after a failed coup attempt, vowing to continue what it described as a ‘never-ending […]
At least 18 security force members killed in terrorist attack in SW Niger
At least 18 members of Niger’s Defense and Security Forces (FDS) stationed in Tessa, Dosso region in southwestern Niger, were killed Friday in a terrorist […]
Niger: 3 years of military rule deepens human rights crisis
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 […]
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 […]