Niger–Nigeria relations refer to the current and historical relationship between Niger and Nigeria, two neighbouring countries in West Africa. Relations are based on a long shared border and common cultural and historical interactions.

Oct 24, 2017 · Both countries are fighting jihadist insurrections and movements in the Sahel, the region that borders the Sahara on the south. The two countries share a long border, and Niger and northern...

Sep 20, 2023 · Niger is a key ally for Nigeria in the fight against Boko Haram, Islamic state and bandits. Any new distrust between the two countries will jeopardise the counter-terrorism activities in the Lake Chad Basin allowing groups to further establish themselves in the region.

Jan 10, 2025 · A new armed group called Lakurawa is attacking villages in remote corners of northwestern Nigeria and across the border in Niger, posing new threats to two countries that already suffer from ...

Aug 5, 2023 · ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Regional mediation efforts to reverse the coup in Niger and restore its democracy collapsed as soon as they started. Tensions have escalated as the Sunday deadline nears for possible military intervention by other West African countries.

Aug 12, 2023 · NIAMEY, Niger (AP) — Tensions are escalating between Niger’s new military regime and the West African regional bloc that has ordered the deployment of troops to restore Niger’s flailing democracy.

Aug 4, 2023 · As the seven-day ultimatum given by West African leaders for the military in Niger to reinstate President Mohamed Bazoum draws to a close, both sides have crucial decisions to make.

Aug 9, 2023 · Nigeria, which supplies most of Niger’s electricity, cut off power to Niger, crippling a landlocked nation of 25 million that relies on its coastal neighbors for imports and energy supplies.

Dec 29, 2024 · The July 2023 military coup in Niger, which overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum, marked a turning point in the country’s relationship with its neighbours, particularly Nigeria.

Aug 29, 2024 · Nigeria's military signed a memorandum of understanding with the junta in neighboring Niger, aimed at "resuming and strengthening collaboration" on security. Bilateral ties were severely...