A reported mutiny has erupted in Niger’s capital, with gunfire heard across Niamey as security forces clash. The military has stated it is working to restore order following the unrest, though details on the scale or motives behind the rebellion remain unclear. Authorities have yet to confirm casualties or whether key institutions, including government buildings, are under threat. The situation raises concerns about stability in the West African nation amid ongoing political tensions.
Niger’s military says it is regaining control after a mutiny in Niamey after gun fire was heard in the capital.
