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Blows for France, USA as Russia sends air defence system, soldiers to Niger

Russia has sent an air defence system and 100 military trainers to Niger Republic in West Africa as the country ends its relationship with...

Dorcas Tyena - April 12, 2024

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Niger Republic opens land border with Nigeria

One week after the authorities of Nigeria Customs Service opened the Illela land border between Nigeria and Niger Republic, the government of Niger Republic...

Dorcas Tyena - March 22, 2024

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Niger coup plotters name former economist as new prime minister

Nearly two weeks after the military took over power in Niger, the coup plotters have named former economy minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine as...

mediagem - August 8, 2023

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Italy urges extension as Niger awaits ECOWAS’ threat

Italy has urged the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to extend its deadline for the reinstatement of Niger’s ousted president. Italian Foreign Minister...

mediagem - August 7, 2023

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Niger to engage Russia’s mercenaries as ECOWAS threatens military action

A clash is imminent as the coupists in the Republic of Niger have sought Russia’s help in the face of military threats by the...

mediagem - July 31, 2023

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Tinubu emerges ECOWAS chairman, says no to coup d’etat

In a unanimous endorsement that signals the trust and confidence reposed in him by his counterparts, President Bola Tinubu emerged the new Chairman of...

mediagem - July 10, 2023

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