Another explosion occurs in Niger. Rice mill, tanker, other properties destroyed

A rice mill, fuel tanker and other properties have been destroyed in a gas explosion that rocked F&S Investment, a gas station in Niger State. The station is in Sabon Wuse, along the Abuja-Kaduna expressway in Tafa Local Government Area of Niger State. …

Many vehicle burnt as gas station explodes in Niger

An explosion has burnt down vehicles and other goods including foodstuff in Sabon Wuse, Tafa Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State. Daily Trust gathered that the blast happened when a tanker was offloading gas at a gas filling station in the area. …

Niger, NRC partnership will end post-harvest challenges — Gov Bago

Niger State Governor, Muhammad Bago, has expressed concern over logistical challenges that affect post-harvest activities but remains optimistic that partnering with the Nigeria Railway Corporation (NRC) will resolve these issues. Bago made the observation …

Police Officer Kills Self In Niger State

Naija News understands that the tragic incident happened on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in Kontagora town, Niger State. The sad development was confirmed in a signal shared by the police command, which was made available to newsmen on Saturday evening. It …

Explosion Destroys Gas Plant, Factory, Several Property In Niger State

Niger Delta Sports Festival 2025: Abia State inaugurates liaison committee

By Emma Jemegah Abia State has inaugurated the Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF) Liaison Committee, the event was held on Friday February 7, 2025, at the office of the Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development Abia State, Nwaobilor Ananaba, Nwadinma …

Niger State Partners with NRC for Efficient Transportation of Food Items by Rail

The Niger State Government is continuing discussions with the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) to establish a partnership that will enable safe and efficient transportation of food items across Nigeria by rail. A meeting was held between the Governor of …

Eyeing the Ogoni oil: HYPREP and challenges of cleanup, as expert outlines roadmap to peace in Niger Delta

There is huge attention to oil resumption in Ogoni areas of Rivers State, South-South Nigeria. This is as it is clear President Bola Ahmed Tinubu wants oil business to resume in Ogoni which has four local council areas. Should Ogoni oil or OML 11 resume …

Niger: ICRC ban sends shockwaves and raises questions

This week's announcement by Niger's Ministry of Foreign Affairs to effectively ban the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) came unexpectedly, apparently without any prior warning. ICRC Niger has not even had a chance to update its …

Niger Johnson arraigned following arrest in connection to shooting at Maplewood Park

Rochester, N.Y. — Niger Johnson was arraigned in court Saturday morning after his arrest was announced on Friday. Johnson is charged with reckless endangerment and criminal possession of a weapon. He pleaded not guilty to the charges. Police said Johnson, …