EKO HOT BLOG reports that one year after the coup in Niger, ousted President Mohamed Bazoum remains under strict detention in Niamey by the ruling military regime, with mounting concerns among his supporters about a potential trial. Bazoum, deposed on July 26, 2023, by General Abdourahamane Tiani, continues to assert his legitimacy despite refusing to resign. … Read more
Hundreds of inmates, including terrorists and criminals, escaped Koutoukalé prison near Niamey, Niger Republic, after a violent breakout involving gunshots and explosions. Eko Hot Blog reports that hundreds of terrorists, criminals, and drug traffickers have reportedly escaped from the Koutoukalé prison, located near the capital city of Niamey, in the Niger Republic. The incident, which … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Soldiers in Niger have declared their takeover of power, detaining President Mohamed Bazoum since Wednesday. The military announced the coup via a televised broadcast early on Thursday. EDITOR’S PICKS Massive Tragedy Unfolds As Tanker Fire Kills 20 In Ondo Yoruba Nation Agitator Sunday Igboho Loses Mother Sanwo-Olu Allegedly Approves … Read more
Buhari will attend the AU summit and an AfCFTA session in Niger Republic. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Muhammadu Buhari will on Thursday start an official trip to Niamey, in the Republic of Niger. EDITOR’S PICKS One Killed, Several Injured As Multiple Explosions Rock Jerusalem Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes – Buhari … Read more
The vehicles, which were stolen from Nigeria, were recovered through the help of International Criminal Police (INTERPOL) operatives in Niamey IGP Usman Alkali Baba, commended the “unrelenting efforts” of police operatives and the INTERPOL… EDITOR’S PICK Buhari Nominates New RMAFC Chairman Senate Raises Alarm Over Terrorists Invasion In Kwara, Other NPC Launches 2023 Population And … Read more