Nigeria signs security deal with Sahel state despite tensions

Abuja had previously threatened to send troops to invade Niger as part of a planned regional mission in response to Niamey’s coup

Nigeria and Niger have signed a security cooperation agreement despite strained relations following last year’s coup in Niamey. The Nigerian Army announced the deal on Thursday, stating that it aims to enhance regional stability.

The accord was struck during a meeting on Wednesday in Niger’s capital, Niamey...