Seven soldiers gunned down in Niger Republic ambush
Seven soldiers of the Nigerien Defence and Security Forces were killed in an ambush in Tillabéri Region. The attack occurred near Sanam in Abala Department on Tuesday, March 24, by suspected Islamic State in the Greater Sahara fighters. Heavily armed assailants first raided Wanni village, stealing livestock before fleeing the scene. The FDS launched a […]
Terrorists Escape from Prison in Niger Republic
A breakout has happened at Koutoukalé Prison in the Niger Republic, with many terrorists, criminals, and drug traffickers escaping. According to Reuters, the escapees include detainees from Niger and members of groups tied to al Qaeda, Islamic State, and Boko Haram. Security expert Zaga Zola said that the prison, near Niamey, saw a violent mutiny […]