Death toll in Niger flood rises to 88

The death toll from the flash floods that happened in Mokwa, a market community in Niger State, has risen to 88. This was confirmed by Husseini Isahm, the Head of Operations of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in the state. “The death toll …

Governors condole with Niger over flood tragedy

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has extended its condolences to the government and people of Niger State after a severe midnight flood caused by torrential rainfall wreaked havoc in Mokwa Local Government Area of the state The Eagle Online gathered that …

23 kidnapped victims in Niger, Enugu rescued – Police

In its sustained commitment to the fight against violent crimes, the Nigeria Police Force says its operatives have successfully rescued a total of 23 victims of kidnapping in Niger and Enugu States. Force Public Relations Officer ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, made …

FG strengthening cross-border cooperation with Niger despite exit from ECOWAS, says Boundary Commission

The Federal Government says it is strengthening cross border cooperation with Niger Republic despite that county’s exit from ECOWAS, along with Mali and Burkina Faso. The Director-General, National Boundary Commission (NBC) Mr Adamu Adaji, stated this on …

Niger CP warns officers against use of torture in investigation.

The Commissioner of Police, Niger State Command, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, has warned officers against the use of torture in conducting investigations on suspects. The CP stated this during a strategic conference with senior officers of the Command, …

At least 88 people confirmed dead after floods submerged a market town in Nigeria's Niger State, official says

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — At least 88 people confirmed dead after floods submerged a market town in Nigeria's Niger State, official says. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or …

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FG strengthening cross-border cooperation with Niger despite exit from ECOWAS – NBC

The Federal Government says it is strengthening cross border cooperation with Niger Republic despite that county’s exit from ECOWAS, along with Mali and Burkina Faso. By Philip Yatai The Federal Government says it is strengthening cross border cooperation …

NGF condoles with Niger over Mokwa flood tragedy

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed deep sorrow over the devastating flood in Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State, which has claimed at least 21 lives and destroyed property worth millions of naira. In a statement issued on Friday by …

NGF mourns Niger flood victims

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum has commiserated with the Niger State Government on the flood, which has claimed many lives in the Mokwa Local Government Area of the state. In a statement signed by the NGF chairman, AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq, on Friday, the forum …