American missionary abducted in Niger
The US Embassy in Niamey issued a security alert warning that American citizens “remain at a heightened risk of kidnapping throughout Niger, including in
At least 44 civilians killed in Niger terror attack
Authorities have blamed the deadly attack in the town of Kokorou on the Islamic State in the Great Sahara, an ISIL affiliate The
27 dead, over 100 missing in Nigeria boat capsized
Rescues managed to pull 27 bodies from the river by Friday evening while local divers were still searching for others…reports Asian Lite News At
Niger bans French aid group amid tensions with France
Niger’s ruling military rulers took power in a coup last year, the latest of several military takeovers in Africa’s Sahel , the vast, arid
US to pull out troops from Niger by Sep. 15
The newly agreed deadline gives the US four months to drawdown fewer than 1,000 troops who remain in the country…reports Asian Lite News The
Niger Breaks Off Military Deal With US
The pact played a central role in the US military’s operations in Africa’s Sahel region and is home to a major airbase….reports Asian Lite
Niger Okays Algeria Mediation Plan
The West African country has been under military rule for over two months…reports Asian Lite News Niger has accepted Algeria’s mediation proposal aimed at
US Troops Repositioning in Niger Following French Exit Demand
The discussions between the two militaries, according to Normand’s source, should not be seen as a recognition of the coup leaders but rather as
Nigerian President to attend G20 Summit, to meet business leaders
While Nigeria’s membership of the G-20 is desirable, the government has embarked on wide-ranging consultations with a view to ascertaining the benefits and risks
Niger’s leadership asks French envoy to leave
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday criticised Niger’s coup-makers and demanded the release of deposed President Mohamed Bazoum…reports Asian Lite News Niger’s military leadership
