Algeria’s Su-30 jets land in Niamey after failed Niger army mutiny
Algeria's Su-30 jets arrived in Niamey hours after a failed mutiny rocked Niger's military government, highlighting deepening security ties between Algiers and the Sahel state.
Gunfire and Explosions Rock Niamey as Attackers Strike Airport, Military Base and Presidential Palace
The Niamey airport attack shook Niger's capital as attackers targeted Diori Hamani International Airport, Base 101 and the presidential palace, triggering hours of gunfire and security operations.
Kogi APC Chairman Shot Dead as Gunmen Abduct Passenger
Kogi APC chairman Ishaq Yunusa has been shot dead along the Itobe–Ochadamu Expressway, while gunmen abducted another passenger in the attack.
Chad-Sudan border tensions: what is really going on behind the claims and counter-claims
Chad-Sudan border tensions have intensified after Chad accused Sudanese forces of striking a convoy deep inside its territory. With competing narratives, refugee pressures and regional diplomacy at stake, the incident highlights the growing risk of Sudan's war spilling across borders.
Sahel security groups: the cooperation behind the region’s sovereignty push
Sahel security groups have become central to governance and security across Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. Their cooperation with local chiefs and military-led governments is shaping the region's sovereignty project.
