Latest news on nigeria border
Here are some of the latest news updates on the Nigeria border:
Nigeria-Benin Border Closure:
- The Nigerian government has extended the closure of its border with Benin Republic until further notice, citing the need to curb smuggling and other illegal activities. (Source: Premium Times, January 2023)
- The closure has led to a significant reduction in the volume of goods being smuggled into Nigeria, with officials reporting a 90% decline in contraband goods. (Source: The Cable, January 2023)
Nigeria-Niger Border Tensions:
- Tensions have been rising along the Nigeria-Niger border following a series of attacks by bandits and kidnappers on Nigerian villages. (Source: Vanguard, January 2023)
- The Nigerian military has launched a joint operation with the Nigerien military to combat the threat posed by these groups. (Source: Leadership, January 2023)
Nigeria-Chad Border Dispute:
- Nigeria and Chad have been engaged in a border dispute over the ownership of a disputed territory. (Source: Daily Trust, January 2023)
- The dispute has led to tensions between the two countries, with both sides accusing each other of aggression. (Source: The Punch, January 2023)
Nigeria-Cameroon Border Security:
- The Nigerian government has launched a joint operation with the Cameroonian military to combat the threat posed by Boko Haram terrorists along the border. (Source: This Day, January 2023)
- The operation has led to the arrest of several suspected terrorists and the seizure of arms and ammunition. (Source: The Guardian, January 2023)
Nigeria-Ghana Border Trade:
- The Nigerian government has announced plans to establish a new border post with Ghana to facilitate trade and commerce between the two countries. (Source: The Nation, January 2023)
- The new border post is expected to reduce the time and cost of doing business between Nigeria and Ghana. (Source: BusinessDay, January 2023)
These are just a few of the latest news updates on the Nigeria border. If you would like more information or specific updates on a particular border, please let me know!