Sat 29 August 2026: Niger’s defense minister said Saturday that military activity in the capital Niamey had been brought under control and security forces had regained control of critical sites that were targeted. Gen. Salifou Mody’s remarks were broadcast on national television after heavy gunfire and explosions were reported around Diori Hamani International Airport and … Continue reading NIGER GOVERNMENT SAYS IT HAS THWARTED ‘AN ATTEMPT’ TO OVERTHROW THE GOVERNMENT