Niger: Anti-government demonstration to be held in Niamey October 9

Event

Anti-government demonstrators are set to gather in the capital Niamey on Friday, October 9, to denounce alleged authoritarian tendencies of the government. Reports indicate that participants will gather at 09:00 (local time) and march from Place Toumo to the National Assembly building.

A heightened security presence and localized travel disruptions should be anticipated in the vicinity of the event.

Advice

Those in Niamey are advised to monitor the situation, avoid demonstrations as a precaution, and heed instructions issued by local authorities