NNPC Foundation restores sight to 500 in Niger through free cataract surgeries

Excitement has followed the restoration of sight to 500 vulnerable persons in Niger State, courtesy of free cataract surgeries conducted by the Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) Foundation at the Comprehensive Health Centre, Bosso Low-cost …

Group seeks halt on Niger land dispute case over alleged breach of judicial ethics

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for an immediate halt to lower court proceedings in a Niger State land dispute, alleging breaches of judicial ethics. The dispute involves a multi-billion naira shopping mall built on land …

HURIWA urges NJC to halt lower court’s proceedings in Niger land dispute  

The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for the urgent intervention of the National Judicial Council (NJC) and the Chief Justice of Nigeria over what it described as a clear breach of judicial ethics and hierarchy in Niger state …

Injecting The Masses: How The Hypodermic Needle Theory Found A New Home In Niger

Once dismissed as an outdated relic of early communication theory, the “Hypodermic Needle Theory”, also known as the “Bullet Theory”, is now experiencing a disturbing resurrection. Originally formulated in the early 20th century, the theory suggested that …

HURIWA asks CJN, NJC to stop Justice Bilkisu Yusuf’s judgment in Niger State land case

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on the National Judicial Council (NJC) and the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kekere-Ekun to stop Justice Bilkisu Yusuf of the Niger State High Court from …

Niger Delta Ethnic Group Warns Against Politicising Arms Arrest

The Nigerian Ethnic Nations Congress (NENCO) has cautioned against politicising the recent arrest of a suspect linked to illicit arms in Delta State, accusing some Ijaw groups of attempting to divert attention from alleged arms proliferation in the region. …

Niger gov praises workers for their contributions to society

The Governor of Niger State, Umaru Bago, has acknowledged the unwavering dedication and contributions of civil servants across all spheres of society. Bago made the commendation during the celebration of the 2025 Worker’s Day, held at the 123 Parade Ground …

Newspaper Review: Food prices drop in Kano, Taraba, Kwara, Niger + more stories

 Edwin Clark: When Family, Friends, Associates Celebrated Late Niger Delta Icon In Lagos 

Thursday May 1, 2025, was a day to remember for Nigerians who loved and admired the late Elder Statesman and Niger Delta icon, Chief Senator Edwin Kiagbodo Clark.  Chief Clark, who was born on May 15, 1927, died on February 17, 2025 at 97. He was bestowed …

12th ijtema held by Majlis Ansarullah Niger

Muhammad Jamal, Niger Correspondent The 12th ijtema of Majlis Ansarullah Niger was held on 19-20 April 2025 at the headquarters of Jamaat-e-Ahmadiyya Niger in Niamey. The ijtema was attended by 110 members. The first day commenced with Tahajjud and Fajr …