Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest

By Zagazola Makama

Security was significantly reinforced around Niger’s Presidential Palace in Niamey following reports of unrest involving elements of the country’s armed forces, security sources told Zagazola Makama.

According to multiple security sources, the heightened deployment of the Presidential Guard, supported by armoured vehicles around the Presidential Palace on the night of July 3 and into July 4, followed what was described as a limited protest by personnel of an armoured unit within the Niger Armed Forces (FAN).

The sources said some soldiers reportedly declined deployment to frontline positions in northern Tillabéri Region, particularly around Inatès and Chinagodrar, citing inadequate heavy equipment and insufficient operational resources to confront the growing security threats in the area.

The protest was described by one source as a “small mutiny,” although there has been no official confirmation from the Nigerien authorities.

Security sources said the development triggered concern within the country’s leadership, prompting the reinforcement of security around the Presidential Palace and temporary restrictions on movement in the surrounding area as a precautionary measure.

The Tillabéri Region remains one of Niger’s most volatile security zones, with recurrent attacks by armed extremist groups, including factions linked to the so-called Islamic State in the Greater Sahara (ISGS).

As of the time of filing this report, the Nigerien government and military authorities had not issued any official statement regarding the reported protest or the increased security presence around the Presidency.

The situation remains under close observation.

Mutiny: Presidential Guard Tightens Security Around Niger Presidency Amid Reports of Military Protest

Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 1 under Operation Enduring Peace have arrested two suspected criminals during a routine patrol in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau.

Security sources disclosed that the suspects, identified as Azi Ezekiel, 21, and Ajiji Emmanuel, 19, were apprehended at about 10:30 a.m. on Saturday along the road leading to Forbur Village.

The sources said the suspects were intercepted by troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, while conducting a routine patrol in the area.

According to the sources, the two suspects have been handed over to the Keystone Police Station in Forbur for further investigation and possible prosecution.

The arrest forms part of ongoing security operations aimed at combating criminal activities and enhancing safety across Plateau State.

Two suspected criminals arrested during patrol in Plateau

Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 4 of Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a suspected kidnapper during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau.

Security sources said the suspect, identified as Mohamdu Surajo, 29, was arrested at about 6:45 p.m. on Friday at Sabon Layi Village following sustained security operations in the area.

The sources disclosed that the suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing preliminary interrogation to aid ongoing investigations.

They added that the arrest is part of continued efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks and enhance security across Plateau State.

Troops arrest suspected kidnapper in Plateau community