Police operatives have arrested a 43-year-old Amadin Williams for allegedly killing his childhood friend, Eghosa Osas, during a housewarming party in Edo State.
The Armed Forces of Nigeria have finally broken its silence after the United States launched powerful airstrikes against ISIS terrorists in Sokoto State.
In a move believed a tactical way to protect the recent regime change in Niger, Mali’s military Junta has said they stand to support the coup leaders in Niamey.
France has commenced evacuation of its citizens and other European nationals from Niger Republic following attacks on its embassy and the closure of airspace.
The Nigerien military headed by General Abdourahamane Tchiani has been issued a seven-day ultimatum to reinstate ousted President Muhammed Bazoum into office.
Nigeriens are now under the leadership of a military junta, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, who overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum over his corrupt activities.
Muhammadu Buhari has expressed concerned about the safety of ousted Nigerien president Mohamed Bazoum after the military took over power through a dramatic coup
Gen. Abdourahmane Tchiani on Friday, July 28, declared himself the new leader of Niger after a coup two days earlier. The situation is tense in the country.
Niger soldiers, in a televised address, announced on Wednesday that they have removed President Mohamed Bazoum from office and closed all the border points.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, has described the alleged coup attempt in Niger Republic as very “unpleasant”. The Nigerian leader fumed at the development.
President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger Republic has reportedly been detained by Presidential Guards following an “ultimatum” by the army after talks broke down.
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