2 d. ago Police arraign IBBUL student over social media post against Niger gov

The Niger State Police Command has arraigned a 400-level student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, before a Minna Chief Magistrate Court for alleged cyberbullying.

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5 d. ago Arresting student for Facebook post unconstitutional, CITAD tells Niger gov

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) has condemned the arrest of Abubakar Isah Mokwa, a postgraduate student at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL), over...

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8 d. ago Niger Explosion: ‘We Saw It Coming,’ NOA DG Blames Residents’ Negligence

The petrol tanker explosion in Essa community, Katcha Local Government Area of Niger State, has left 42 people dead and over 60 injured. The post Niger Explosion: ‘We Saw It Coming,’ NOA DG Blames Residents’ Negligence appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago Niger Govt Commiserates, Approves Free Care For Explosion Victims

The incident occurred when a tanker overturned on the deteriorated Bida–Badeggi–Agaie Road and exploded as residents attempted to scoop fuel from the fallen vehicle. The post Niger Govt Commiserates, Approves Free Care For Explosion Victims appeared first on Channels Television.

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9 d. ago Niger State Tanker Explosion Death Toll Hits 42, Residents Blame Bad Road

Residents urged both federal and state governments to urgently rehabilitate the highway to prevent further loss of lives. The post Niger State Tanker Explosion Death Toll Hits 42, Residents Blame Bad Road appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago Over 30 Feared Dead, 40 Injured In Niger State Tanker Explosion

Eyewitnesses said the victims were scooping fuel from a fallen tanker when the vehicle suddenly exploded, setting off a massive fire that engulfed several people. The post Over 30 Feared Dead, 40 Injured In Niger State Tanker Explosion appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago [VIDEO] Ogoni: You Are Not Holier Than Pope, Activist Slams Reps Over Allegation Against HYPREP

His reaction follows the launch of a probe into the management of the $1 billion oil spill clean-up funds in the Niger Delta by the Green Chamber. The post [VIDEO] Ogoni: You Are Not Holier Than Pope, Activist Slams Reps Over Allegation Against HYPREP appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 week ago French Mining Firm To Be Tried Over Niger Republic Abductions

In 2010, armed men abducted seven Areva employees -- five French nationals, a Togolese, and a Madagascan -- in Arlit in northern Niger. The post French Mining Firm To Be Tried Over Niger Republic Abductions appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Rivers Police Arrest Two Suspected Kidnappers For Luring Victim Through Dating Site, Collecting ₦200,000 Ransom

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two notorious kidnappers at their hideout in Egwi community, Etche Local Government Area of Rivers State. According to the police, the suspects lured their victim through a dating site before abducting her and collecting a ransom of ₦200,000 from her family. READ MORE : Niger Police Arrest Two […] The post Rivers Police Arrest Two Suspected Kidnappers For Luring Victim Through Dating Site, Collecting ₦200,000 Ransom appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger Delta: FG Embarks On 536 Projects, Host Community Fund Hits ₦373b — NUPRC

The Commission said that the projects are being held simultaneously in the region. The post Niger Delta: FG Embarks On 536 Projects, Host Community Fund Hits ₦373b — NUPRC appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Niger Police Arrest Two Over Illegal Firearms Possession, Attempted Homicide

The Niger State Police Command has apprehended two individuals in separate cases involving illegal possession of firearms and attempted culpable homicide. According to the PUNCH, in a statement released on Monday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, explained that on Friday, October 9, a police patrol team from the New-Bussa Division, working with local […] The post Niger Police Arrest Two Over Illegal Firearms Possession, Attempted Homicide appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Femi Falana Vows Legal Action Against Oil Firms Over Niger Delta Environmental Pollution

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has vowed to sue oil companies over environmental damage in the Niger Delta. He said the move became necessary following years of pollution and neglect suffered by host communities due to the reckless operations of multinational oil companies. Falana made the vow on Friday, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, during […] The post Femi Falana Vows Legal Action Against Oil Firms Over Niger Delta Environmental Pollution appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Falana To Lead Legal Team Against Oil Companies Over Niger Delta Pollution

He insisted that communities producing the oil that sustains Nigeria’s economy deserve to live comfortably with all basic amenities provided, not in poverty and neglect. The post Falana To Lead Legal Team Against Oil Companies Over Niger Delta Pollution appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Air Force Probes Possible Accidental Strike On Gin Distillery In Rivers

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has initiated an investigation following claims that an airstrike targeting illegal refining sites in Etche Local Government Area, Rivers State, may have inadvertently struck a local gin distillery. After the operation carried out on Tuesday, efforts continued to dismantle illegal crude oil refining activities across the Niger Delta region. According […] The post Air Force Probes Possible Accidental Strike On Gin Distillery In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Four Suspects Apprehended For Alleged Motorcycle Theft In Niger

The Niger State Police Command has apprehended four individuals for allegedly conspiring to steal motorcycles in various parts of the state. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun. According to the statement, on October 3, 2025, around 9 p.m., the police received a report that […] The post Four Suspects Apprehended For Alleged Motorcycle Theft In Niger appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Otuaro’s leadership driving new model of reintegration in Niger Delta

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) under the leadership of Dr Dennis Otuaro has embarked on a strategic transformation aimed at repositioning the Niger Delta as a hub of skilled innovation and sustainable peace. In a statement, Afekhai John, Publicity Secretary of Polivox, said since assuming office, Dr Otuaro has introduced what […] The post Otuaro’s leadership driving new model of reintegration in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago PINL, security agencies foil attempts to breach pipeline in Niger Delta

• Stakeholders demand expansion of PINL mandate From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa   The Pipeline Infrastructure Nigeria Limited (PINL) has disclosed that security agencies, in collaboration with stakeholders, have foiled attempts to breach some sections of pipeline in Eleme and Bonny. General Manager of Community Relations and Stakeholders Engagement at PINL, Dr. Akpos Mezeh, who disclosed […] The post PINL, security agencies foil attempts to breach pipeline in Niger Delta appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Petrol Smuggling Attempt Fails As Police Intercept Over 100 Jerrycans

It was discovered that the suspect was attempting to smuggle the petroleum product across the border into Niger Republic. The post Petrol Smuggling Attempt Fails As Police Intercept Over 100 Jerrycans appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Abuja horror: Kidnappers abduct, kill veterinary doctor, hold children hostage

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja A veterinary doctor and former President of the Veterinary Medical Council Association (FCT Chapter) and Native of Nru Nsukka, Enugu State Dr. Ifeanyi Ogbu, has been killed following a kidnapping incident at his residence in Kungabokun, a remote village in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) that borders Niger State. The attackers […] The post Abuja horror: Kidnappers abduct, kill veterinary doctor, hold children hostage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Niger Govt Issues Flood Alert, Orders Riverine Communities To Relocate

The Niger State Government has issued a flood alert, advising residents in riverine areas to relocate to safer grounds following the discharge of water from major hydroelectric dams in the state. The alert, released on Thursday, came after the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency warned about possible flooding. The agency noted that the ongoing release of […] The post Niger Govt Issues Flood Alert, Orders Riverine Communities To Relocate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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