Niger Coup Aftermath: Niger’s defence forces say they crushed a mutiny at Air Base 101 in Niamey and recovered a major weapons cache, including dozens of pickup trucks fitted with mounted guns and heavy arms, while officials and supporters rallied to back the junta’s “sovereignty” line. Press Freedom Under Strain: Reporters Without Borders is urging Nigerien authorities to urgently investigate the disappearance of journalist Moussa Kaka, last seen in Niamey on Aug. 31. Regional Diplomacy: Nigeria’s federal government has again denied social-media claims that it or ECOWAS backed the failed Niger coup attempt, reiterating its stance against unconstitutional power grabs. Security Reality Check: A Reuters report highlights families in Niger State still waiting for news after mass kidnappings, with residents saying they’ve heard nothing from captors and seen little government action. Infrastructure & Trade: Algeria and Niger signed agreements to strengthen technical cooperation in public works and infrastructure, while Nigeria’s Works ministry announced a 14-day closure of parts of the First Niger Bridge for maintenance. Sports (Nigeria-Niger Focus): WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup draw puts Ghana’s Black Maidens in Group B with Nigeria, Togo and Niger.