US begins evacuation of citizens from Niger
The United States government has announced the temporary evacuation of non-emergency workers and their families in Niger following the current leadership crisis in the...
Reversing Niger coup will “send a message” – Nigeria’s defence chief
A collective ECOWAS decision towards restoring democratic order in Niger will send a "strong message" although a potential military action faces challenges, Nigeria’s defence...
Nigeria punishes Niger with power cut after coup
Nigeria has cut electricity supply to Niger after soldiers took power there last week, leaving major cities there in blackouts.
Nigeria provides the bulk of...
Niger junta arrests ministers, over 100 ruling party members as Russia reacts
The military junta in charge of Niger has detained five government ministers and several party officials.
Soldiers guarding President Mohamed Bazoum announced the overthrow of...
Coup leader Abdourahamane Tiani declares himself Niger head of state
Coup plotters in Niger declared General Abdourahamane Tiani as the new head of state on Friday, marking a significant shift in the country's political...