In a significant counter-insurgency operation, operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) in collaboration with the Nigerian military have successfully neutralized 45 armed bandits during a coordinated ambush in Niger State. The joint operation, which took place in a forested area between Mashegu and Kontagora local government areas, followed days of intelligence gathering by
In a solemn response to the tragic flood disaster that recently struck Mokwa and its surrounding communities, the Niger State Government has ordered the immediate cancellation of all public Sallah celebrations, including the traditional Hawan Bariki and Durbar processions, across all emirates in the state. The directive comes from His Excellency, Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago,
Mokwa, Niger State – The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has extended its heartfelt condolences to the victims and families affected by the devastating flood that struck Moukwa community in Niger State. In an official statement released on Friday, the agency expressed deep sorrow over the tragic incident, which resulted in the loss of lives, destruction
The Niger State Government has announced plans to establish a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to foster a formal partnership with the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA), in a move aimed at leveraging space technology for socio-economic development within the state. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, known for his forward-thinking approach to agricultural and technological
Niger State has officially commenced the airlift of its 2025 Hajj pilgrims from the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Airport, Minna, marking a significant return of pilgrimage operations to the state after a six-year hiatus. The inaugural flight departed in the early hours of Sunday, May 11, 2025, carrying 480 intending pilgrims from Mashegu and Mariga
The Niger State Government has formally commenced the airlift of its 2025 Hajj pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with the first set of intending pilgrims scheduled to depart on Sunday, May 11, 2025. This was disclosed by the Executive Secretary of the Niger State Pilgrims Welfare Board, Sheikh Muhammad Awwal Aliyu, who confirmed
The Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has announced a downward review of the curfew earlier imposed on the movement of motorcycles and tricycles within Minna, the state capital. This was contained in a statement released on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Bologi, who disclosed that the new restriction
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, a major safety incident was narrowly averted in Niger State when a tanker transporting Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) overturned at Saidawa Junction, Sabon Wuse. The vehicle, bearing registration number T-14240LA, was navigating the route when it suddenly lost stability and tipped over, sparking immediate concern due to the hazardous nature
