Gunfire and explosions are reported overnight into Saturday morning in Niger’s capital, Niamey, according to local media and an Associated Press witness. Reports describe heavy sounds heard across parts of the city.
Several outlets add that the reported incidents occur near key landmarks. Al Jazeera says shots are heard around Diori Hamani International Airport and near the presidential palace. The Hindu reports a statement from Niger’s military council, saying its Defence and Security Forces are mobilised for the defence of the country and urging citizens to remain united, vigilant and supportive.
Across the coverage, details on casualties, the cause of the explosions, and who is responsible are not consistently provided in the excerpts. The shared emphasis is on the timing and the locations within Niamey where residents and witnesses say sounds were heard, alongside official messaging about mobilisation.
