Niger gov bows to pressure, retracts order to arrest individuals with dreadlocks Governor Umar Bago of Niger State has addressed concerns over his administration’s recent comments on “hooliganism,” clarifying that the focus is on tackling unruly behaviour rather than targeting individuals with dreadlocks. Bago explained that the misinterpretation stemmed from a specific style associated with hooliganism, not dreadlocks in general. He extended a warm invitation to law-abiding citizens with dreadlocks who have businesses or wish to invest in Niger State, assuring them of a welcoming environment. The governor emphasised that his administration’s goal...