11 Sep, 2025
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Niger Launches Bold Reforms in Health, Education, Infrastructure

The Niger State Government has embarked on an ambitious drive to transform key sectors, with a strong focus on healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. As part of its commitment to improving the quality of life for its citizens, the administration, under the leadership of Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, has initiated wide-ranging projects across the state. […]

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Midnight Flood: 21 Bodies Discovered, 50 Homes Destroyed

Tragedy struck Mokwa Local Government Area of Niger State on Tuesday night as torrential rainfall triggered a devastating midnight flood, claiming at least 21 lives and leaving dozens of people missing. The disaster, which occurred under the cover of darkness, caused massive destruction to property and rendered many residents homeless. According to eyewitness accounts, the […]

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Gov Bago Approves six months maternity leave for women

Niger State Governor Extends Maternity Leave to Six Months, Announces Major Development Initiatives In a landmark policy move aimed at improving maternal and child health, the Governor of Niger State, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has approved the extension of maternity leave for women in the state’s civil service from three months to six months. This decision, […]

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EFCC Arrests 40 Suspected Internet Fraudsters

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has apprehended 40 suspected internet fraudsters in Niger State, following a series of raids conducted by its Kaduna Zonal Directorate. The arrests were made across the Bida and Minna Local Government Areas of the state, with the suspects linked to a syndicate involved in cybercrime activities. The operation, […]