13 Dec 2019 | 12:33 PM UTC
Niger: Demonstration scheduled in Niamey December 15
Demonstration organized by civil society groups to be held in Niamey December 15; heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions expected
Event
Civil society groups have called for a demonstration to be held in Niamey on Sunday, December 15, to denounce the foreign military presence in the country. Participants are expected to gather at 09:00 (local time) at Place Toumo and head towards Place de la Concertation.
A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are expected near the protest site.
Advice
Individuals in Niamey are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations as a precaution, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.