Gunfire and explosions are reported near a military base in Niamey, Niger’s capital. France 24 says local residents hear the sounds overnight, while Vanguard reports they are heard on Saturday morning. Both accounts place the incident in the area around the military base near the city’s airport.
The location is described in context of recent jihadist attacks. France 24 notes the international airport has been attacked twice this year by jihadists. Vanguard does not add further detail on the attackers or any official response. The two outlets primarily differ in the timing of when residents report hearing the gunfire and explosions, with no additional confirmation or casualty information provided in the excerpts.
