Heavy gunfire in Niger capital as clashes reported at presidential palace
- Published on 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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- Published on 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.
Sources: Euronews