Niger, ECOWAS

ECOWAS defends Nigeria amid Niger’s claims of ‘destabilisation’
West Africa's regional bloc ECOWAS has come to Nigeria's defence after claims by Niger that it was plotting to destabilise its neighbour.
Reaction from Nigeria, Ecowas after Niger accuse di kontri of terrorism
One viral video wey dey circulate on social media show as di military leader of Niger Republic General Abdourahamane Tchiani accuse Nigeria of sabotaging dia pipeline near di towns of Dioundiou, Lido and Karakara,
Nigerian govt reacts to Niger junta's claims of French terror alliance
The Nigerian government has strongly dismissed allegations made by General Abdourahamane Tchiani, the military leader of Niger Republic, accusing it of conspiring with France to destabilise Niger and its neighbours.
ECOWAS reacts to claims by Niger Republic linking Nigeria to terrorism sponsorship
The Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, has rejected claims that Nigeria and other member states are involved in sponsoring terrorism. In a statement issued on Thursday, ECOWAS expressed its support for Nigeria’s peacekeeping initiatives and condemned the allegations as unfounded.
FG reacts to allegations of sabotage, terror links to destabilise Niger Republic
President Tinubu has denied claims by Niger Republic’s military leader, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, that Nigeria is working with France to destabilise his country
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Major exporter of Nigeria’s crude oil in 2024 emerges
Nigeria remained one of Africa's leading exporters of crude oil, supplying its high-quality petroleum to several countries ...
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Nuhu Ribadu: There’s no foreign military base in Nigeria
Nuhu Ribadu, national security adviser (NSA), says there is no foreign military base in the country. Ribadu said this in ...
Why did at least 67 people die in Christmas charity stampedes in struggling Nigeria?
Stampedes during three Christmas charity events across Nigeria have left at least 67 people dead in the past week, many of ...
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PETROAN Unveils Plan to Build New 50,000bpd Refinery in Nigeria
PETROAN has revealed that plans are underway to launch a new petroleum refinery in Nigeria, in 2025. The refinery will have a ...
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3 killed as Methodist violence flares in Nigeria
Three United Methodists were killed Dec. 15 when a church in Nigeria was attacked allegedly by supporters of the Global ...
Nigeria’s Biggest Bank Raises $228 Million in Rights Offer
Access Bank Plc, Nigeria biggest lender by assets, raised 351 billion naira ($228 million) in a rights offer to boost its capital above a new regulatory threshold as it embarks on an expansion plan.
13 people including children die in stampedes in Nigeria at Christmas charity events
Authorities in Nigeria say 10 people, including four children, have been killed in a stampede in the capital city as a large ...
Nigeria resumes mining in Zamfara state on improved security
Nigeria has lifted a ban on mining exploration in the northwestern state of Zamfara after a five-year suspension, the mining ...
Crowd crushes at two charity events in Nigeria kill at least 32 people
At least 32 people were killed in crowd crushes at two separate charity events in Nigeria on Saturday, police have reported.
Nigeria’s Tinubu Defends Reforms Blamed for Hardship
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu defended sweeping economic reforms implemented since he took power in May 2023 as necessary to ...
Another deadly crush in Nigeria at event offering free food
In the third such incident this week, at least 22 people were killed in a rush for free food at a charity event.
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Lady shares how much she earned as banker in Nigeria as she relocates to Canada
A former banker who relocated to Canada has shed light on her monthly pay when she worked in NigeriaShe compared her earnings ...