Celebrating Independence: 10 things to know about Niger
As Niger commemorates its hard-fought independence, it's a fitting time to explore the rich tapestry of this West African nation. Steeped in history, culture,...
Niger Coup: It will Tantamount to War – Burkina Faso, Mali Back Niger, Warn...
The governments of Burkina Faso and Mali have warned against military intervention in their coup-hit neighbour, Niger.
PulseNets reports that in a joint statement, the...
Niger coup: Protesters Wave Russian Flag, Praise Putin, Attack French Embassy
Niger coup — Supporters of Colonel-Major Amadou Abdramane in Niger are said to have attacked France’s Embassy in Niamey, the country’s capital.
Sources in the...
Niger Coup: ECOWAS Imposes No Flight Zone On Niger Republic
In a swift response to military coup in Niger Republic, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has enforced a no-flight zone over...
AU Gives Niger Military Junta 15 Days To Return Bouzam To Power
AU Gives Niger Military Junta 15 Days To Return Bouzam To Power
The African Union has issued a 15-day ultimatum to the junta in Niger...
Niger Coup: General Tchiani Heads Transition Govt Despite Tinubu, UN Warnings
General Abdourahamane Tchiani is the new leader of Niger following a military coup in the country on Thursday.
General Tchiani, who is the chief of...
Russia Writes Off $23 billion Debt of African Countries
The Russian Government has written off African countries’ $23 billion debt burden.
Russian President Vladimir Putin disclosed this at the plenary session of the ongoing...
Nigerian, other West African leaders should reduce presidential guards’ power to prevent coups —...
To prevent more coups in West Africa, Maj.-Gen. Charles Johnson III, chief of staff to the Liberian Armed Forces, says the powers of presidential...
Breaking: President Tinubu to Host ECOWAS Special Meeting over Niger Coup
President Bola Tinubu will host a special meeting of the regional leaders on Sunday, July 30, in Abuja to discuss the coup in Niger...
Breaking: Former President Buhari Reacts to Coup in Niger Republic
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed shock and concern over the coup in Niger Republic, in which President Mohamed Bazoum was detained by members...
