AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoU.S.-Niger Security Ties: The U.S. Embassy in Niamey says it delivered nine containers of military equipment to Niger’s Armed Forces Logistics Center on May 26, including uniforms, protective gear and medical supplies, as Washington seeks to counter terrorism and kidnapping in the Sahel while Russia expands influence in the AES states. Terrorism Snapshot: A new global terrorism ranking for 2025-26 says deaths and attacks fell worldwide, but hostage situations worsened, with Niger listed among the countries hit hardest. Fuel Pressure on Niger Farmers: Rising petrol and diesel costs are already forcing Niger State farmers to delay or shrink rainy-season planting, threatening lower output and worsening food insecurity. Party Politics in Niger: A coalition of Niger State Christian groups accuses the ruling APC of excluding Christians from party primaries, calling on Governor Mohammed Bago to reverse the trend ahead of 2027. Regional Security Messaging: Nigeria’s army chief ordered North Central troops to intensify operations against kidnappers and bandits, with clearance and dismantling of criminal hideouts highlighted.
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