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Niger–Benin Diplomacy: Talks in Cotonou aim to accelerate normalising relations after Niger’s 2023 border closure, with joint expert committees discussing security, legal issues and reopening trade—delegates say the border restart is “a done deal.” Power & Investment: Niger State plans a 100MW solar power generation company in Diko, backed by an IsDB $150m financing package, positioning the area as an industrial and jobs hub near the FCT. Climate Finance for Business: Governor Umar Bago leads Niger State’s push to unlock carbon market opportunities under Paris Agreement Article 6, targeting methane reduction and landfill gas recovery to turn climate ambition into investable projects. Mining Security & Rules: Niger State shuts 16 illegal mining sites and adopts a new framework requiring companies to get clearance consent letters from the ministry before engaging communities—aimed at curbing insecurity and unregulated operations. Security & Trade Disruption: Niamey airport operations resumed after a jihadist attack killed 11 soldiers and two civilians, with heavy security deployment and arrests reported. Banking & Tax Compliance: Niger State seals two Unity Bank branches over an alleged N1.7bn tax default, citing court approval and prior notices. Regional Security Footprint: The U.S. is redeploying troops to Cameroon’s Maroua to restore ISR coverage after the Agadez drone hub closure in Niger.

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