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AP Strange SummaryBrief at 4:08 p.m. EDT
Yuma Sun - Arizona
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Man pulled into MRI machine after he walked into an exam room wearing a chain necklace WESTBURY, N.Y. (AP) — A man wearing a large chain necklace was pulled into an MRI machine in New York when he walked into the exam room, police said. The...
Global push grows to free Niger’s former president Mohamed Bazoum
Modern Ghana
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Niger's president Mohamed Bazoum has spent 550 days as a hostage of the military junta in the capital, Niamey. His lawyers say that his detention is setting a dangerous precedent and have launched a global campaign to have him released. World...
At least 9 killed, many abducted in ‘bandit’ gang attack in Nigeria
Al Jazeera
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July 19, 2025
Many women and children were reportedly abducted in the deadly attack in northwestern Zamfara State. At least nine people have been reported killed and many abducted following an attack in Nigeria’s northwest, residents and local officials said,...
AP Strange SummaryBrief at 3:47 p.m. EDT
Imperial Valley Press - California
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Man pulled into MRI machine after he walked into an exam room wearing a chain necklace WESTBURY, N.Y. (AP) — A man wearing a large chain necklace was pulled into an MRI machine in New York when he walked into the exam room wearing a large chain...
ECOWAS Confirms Withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, Ensures Continued Cooperation
Sierraloaded
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February 1, 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially confirmed the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the regional bloc, effective January 29, 2024. The decision follows months of uncertainty after the three Sahel...
Dakhla, Nice Strengthen Cooperation Ties in Landmark Meeting
Morocco World News
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July 18, 2025
Marrakech – A French delegation from Nice met with Dakhla officials on Thursday to explore cooperation opportunities, marking a truly groundbreaking leap forward in the rapidly evolving Morocco-France territorial dynamics. The delegation, led by...
Niger donates five boats to riverine communities
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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November 7, 2024
Niger State Government has presented five metal fifty-seater boats to riverine communities to forestall frequent boat accidents that claimed lives. Special Adviser on Digital Media and Strategy to the Niger State governor, Abdullberqy Usman Ebbo,...
Human trafficking: Niger governor mobilises support for NAPTIP
The Sun Nigeria
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January 31, 2025
provides land, logistics for State NAPTIP Command From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Niger State Governor, Mohammed Bago, has called on State Governors across the country to join hands with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons...
The Implications of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger’s Exit from ECOWAS
HumAngle
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January 31, 2025
The political landscape of West Africa is undergoing a profound transformation, marked by the recent decision of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to withdraw from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and form the Alliance of Sahel...
NIS Foils Human Trafficking Attempt, Rescues 21 Minors Bound For Niger Republic
Naija News
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January 31, 2025
The children, aged between 7 and 15, were found in a Toyota Hiace bus (registration number 10B-87GM) at the Geidam control point in Dunari, close to the border with Niger Republic. The bus had been transporting the minors from Labule and Ibeto...
Immigration Intercepts 21 Suspected Minors At Nigeria-Niger Republic Border
Channels TV
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January 30, 2025
The Nigerian Immigration Service has intercepted 21 minors suspected to be victims of human trafficking at Geidam town near the Nigeria-Niger Republic Border in Yobe state. The Comptroller of the Nigeria Immigration Service in the state, Sani...
ECOWAS: Niger, Mali, B’Faso exit may worsen Sahel insurgency, ex-envoys warn
Punch
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January 31, 2025
Former diplomats on Thursday warned that the withdrawal of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States could undermine regional stability, potentially escalating insurgency and extremism in the Sahel. Their...
Six Nigerien Cattle Traders Executed by Burkinabe Forces Near Border
The News Chronicle
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January 30, 2025
At least six young cattle traders from the Kel Tamerkest community in Niger’s Maradi Region were reportedly killed by Burkinabe security forces near the Niger-Burkina Faso border. The victims, identified as Hamed Ousmane Rhissa, Ghadou Ag Ouka,...
Security, economic concerns as ECOWAS confirms Niger, B’Faso, Mali’s withdrawal
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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January 30, 2025
• Former privileges valid till completion of withdrawal processes • ECOWAS says doors open should countries decide to rejoin • AES will face significant consequences, Tuggar warns • Campaign grows for release of Niger’s former president Bazoum...
U.S peace institute lauds ECOWAS’s continuous engagement with B/Faso, Mali, Niger
News Diary Online
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January 30, 2025
The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) has commended ECOWAS for its decision to continue engaging with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, in spite of their withdrawal By Diana Omueza The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) has commended...
ECOWAS formalises exit of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Republic
Zambian Observer
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January 30, 2025
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has formalized the suspension of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the regional bloc following military coups in the three countries. Despite the suspensions, ECOWAS announced that citizens...
ECOWAS: Niger Republic’s exit and impact on trans-border trade with Nigeria
News Diary Online
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January 28, 2025
By Reporters Nigerian trans-border traders have expressed concer nover what they described as “incessant extortion by some officials of the government of Niger Republic”, following that country’s exit from the Economic Community of West African...
ECOWAS panel to determine future ties with Niger, Mali, B’Faso
Punch
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January 30, 2025
The Economic Community of West African States announced on Wednesday it had set up a committee to determine the modalities for future relationship with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger. Wednesday marked the deadline for Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger...
Withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger from ECOWAS Effective Today After One Year Exit Notice
This Day
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January 30, 2025
•Economic bloc leaves some membership benefits for the trio, including grants visa-free movement •Tuggar says exit will have consequences for West Africa’s security, economy, integration Michael Olugbode in Abuja The exit of Burkina Faso, Mali,...
Countries Sierra Leoneans Can Travel to Without a Visa in 2025
Sierraloaded
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February 3, 2025
The Sierra Leone passport has slipped one position in the 2025 Henley Global Passport Index, ranking 76th out of 199 countries. This marks a slight decline from its 75th position in 2024. The index, compiled by Henley & Partners, a leading global...