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Programme Management Officer (Temporary), NO-C, Niamey
PreventionWeb
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December 20, 2024
Apply here Created in December 1999, the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) is the designated focal point in the United Nations system for the coordination of efforts to reduce disasters and to ensure synergies among the...
Armed attackers kill 21 civilians in western Niger, army says
Business Recorder
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December 9, 2024
NIAMEY: Armed attackers on motorcycles killed at least 21 civilians in the West African nation of Niger, the army said. The attack last Thursday near the town of Tera, about 175 km (108 miles) west of the capital Niamey and close to the border...
Niger to create terrorism watch list, government announces
Star
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On July 26, 2023, a group of military officers from Niger's presidential guard announced the removal of President Mohamed Bazoum from power. The National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland, led by Guard Commander Abdourahamane Tiani, was...
All the countries Foreign Office says ‘do not travel’ to in 2025
Birmingham Live
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December 14, 2024
There are 19 countries the UK Foreign office blanket advises against travel into. We have previously reported how the Government advises there are "no-go areas" in 30 countries - but there are fewer where they just advise to steer clear. The likes...
Bago presents N1.56trn 2025 budget proposal to Niger Assembly
PM News
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December 12, 2024
By Rita Iliya Gov. Umaru Bago of Niger on Thursday presented a budget proposal of N1.56 trillion for the 2025 fiscal year to the House of Assembly. The budget is tagged “Budget of Hope for Sustainability and Food Security,” Speaking at the...
Niger begins construction of 100 PHCs to boost healthcare delivery
Prompt News Online
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August 27, 2024
The Niger State Government has embarked on the construction of 100 units of Level-2 Primary Healthcare Centres across the 25 Local Government Areas of the state. The Special Adviser to the Governor on Digital Media and Strategy, Abdullberqy Ebbo,...
Niger can’t tackle farmers’ killings without FG support – Vatsa
Punch
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August 26, 2024
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress in Niger State, Jonathan Vatsa, has pointed out that the state government alone can not handle the killing of farmers in the state without the support of the Federal Government. Vatsa’s reaction...
World's most dangerous countries where tourists are at risk from terror and crime - mapped
Irish Star
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December 10, 2024
A new risk map has been unveiled, pinpointing the world's most perilous destinations for travellers. The release coincides with the fall of President Bashar al-Assad in Syria, following the rebel capture of Damascus which led to his ousting and...
Tinubu promises ECOWAS protection for Mali, Niger, B’Faso’s citizens
Punch
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December 12, 2024
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to pursuing diplomatic solutions to the political impasse in Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso, ensuring that innocent citizens are not made to bear the brunt of the actions of military regimes....
ECOWAS establishes exit timeline for Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger
The Citizen (Nigeria)
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December 17, 2024
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has set an exit timeline for three nations affected by coups, following nearly a year of mediation efforts aimed at preventing a significant fracture within the bloc. Omar Touray, the...
Traveller Information Services Association (TISA)
PreventionWeb
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August 28, 2024
Themes - Any - Advocacy and media Capacity development Children and Youth Civil Society/NGOs Climate change Community-based DRR Critical infrastructure Cultural heritage Disaster risk management Early warning Economics of DRR Education and school...
Niger deputy gov attends Fida’u prayer for victims of bandits attacks
Tribune Online
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August 24, 2024
The deputy governor of Niger State, Yakubu Garba has attended the three-day Fidda’u prayer session organised for victims of recent bandits attack in Anguwan Maigero community in Shiroro Local Government Area of the state. He was accompanied by the...
Greece Recognized as Safe Travel Destination in Global Risk Map 2025
Greek Travel Pages
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December 9, 2024
The newly released Risk Map 2025 classifies Greece as a “low risk” country for travel, highlighting its resilience in managing potential crises. Launched by Safeture and Riskline, the interactive tool assesses global travel risks across five...
The 22 travel destinations Australian travellers are being warned to avoid in 2025
Nine
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December 8, 2024
If you're dreaming of an international holiday in 2025 and aren't sure where to go, there are more than 20 destinations you can strike off the list immediately. Smartraveller keeps an updated record of travel advisories for countries around the...
Niger varsity student drowns in fishpond during hiking trip
Punch
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August 23, 2024
A student of the Federal University of Technology Minna, Niger State Oluwaseyi Adebayo has lost his life after falling into a fishpond while hiking with his colleagues. The 400-level student of the Department of Animal Production at the University...
Motorcycle attackers kill 21 people on a bus in western Niger, army says
News24
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A ceremony in Niamey in October, where the the portrait of French commander and explorer Parfait-Louis Monteil was replaced by a plaque bearing the image of Thomas Sankara, the former president of neighbouring Burkina Faso. (BOUREIMA HAMA / AFP)...
Deadly Attack in Niger Leaves 21 Civilians Dead amid Rising Sahel Violence
Tasnim News Agency
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December 9, 2024
The attack occurred last Thursday near the town of Tera, about 175 km (108 miles) west of the capital Niamey and close to the border with Burkina Faso, Niger's army said in a statement over the weekend. The victims were aboard a public transport...
School of Hospitality and Tourism Management places 3rd in global Forecaster Cup
Oklahoma State University
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December 9, 2024
Monday, December 9, 2024 Media Contact: Terry Tush | Director, Marketing and Communications | 405-744-2703 | terry.tush@okstate.edu Oklahoma State University’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management made a notable debut in a rapidly growing...
Tension Over Whereabouts Of Emeritus Anglican Archbishop, Most Rev Godwin Okpala, Driver While Travelling On Anambra Road
Sahara Reporters
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Mr Peter Obi, former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has decried the sudden disappearance of the emeritus Archbishop of the Niger Province, Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, amid the exacerbating insecurity across the country. While...
What Are Tinubu’s Travels Worth?
Daily Independent
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December 8, 2024
…Nigerians Unimpressed By French, SA Agreements …Worry Over Antecedents Of French Government …See Benefits In SA Visas For Businessmen, Tourists LAGOS – Some Nigerians have expressed scepticism over the potential benefits of President Bola...