A military junta has rule Niger for three years but has struggled to contend with jihadist violence.
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29/08/2026 - 12:55 GMT+2
Gunfire rang out across parts of the Niger capital of Niamey overnight amid reports of an attack on the presidential palace.
The cause of the shooting was not immediately clear.
Bana Wagana Ibrahim, a member of Niger's Consultative Council, shared a statement on Saturday saying: "In light of current events, let us remain calm and avoid sharing unverified information."
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