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Niger Strengthens Army with Over 56 New Vehicles, Riot Gear, and Ammunition to Boost Anti-Terror Operations

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The Government of Niger has delivered a significant consignment of military and security equipment to its armed forces. The handover, which took place on June 12, was presided over by Niger’s Minister of the Interior, Mohamed Toumba.

The newly acquired hardware includes 56 transport vehicles, comprising vans, trucks, tankers, and other logistics units, designed to enhance the mobility and response capabilities of security personnel battling extremist groups across the country.

In addition to vehicles, the forces received a range of support and protective gear, including tires, batteries, engine oil, and personal protective equipment, such as RoboCop kits, helmets, shields, and batons, designed for riot control and frontline defence.

Minister Toumba emphasised that the equipment was fully funded by Niger’s national budget, signaling the government’s resolve to independently strengthen its internal security apparatus amid ongoing threats from militant factions in the Sahel region.

He noted that while the procurement is domestic, it is being implemented with the benefit of external strategic partnerships and technical support.

The reinforcement of the country’s military assets comes at a time when Niger remains a focal point in the regional struggle against jihadist insurgencies, particularly along its porous borders with Mali, Burkina Faso, and Nigeria.

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