VIDEO: Gunfire and Explosions Rock Niamey Airport in Niger

Niamey International Airport in Niger Republic was thrown into chaos late Wednesday night after reports of gunfire and loud explosions echoed across the area. Local sources told Zagazola Makama that the airport and its surrounding vicinity were the scene of sustained gunfire and heavy detonations, though the identity and motive of the attackers remain unknown.

Residents living near the airport said the shooting began shortly after midnight and continued for approximately two hours, causing widespread panic in nearby neighborhoods. Sirens from fire trucks and emergency vehicles heading toward the airport were heard in the early hours of the morning, while local security forces reportedly moved to secure the area. Calm has since returned, but authorities have not released any official casualty figures or further details about the incident.

Niger, a country frequently targeted by jihadist attacks, has been under the leadership of Abdourahamane Tiani for more than two years. Tiani heads the military junta that seized power in 2023, overthrowing the country’s elected civilian president. Niamey International Airport, the country’s largest air terminal, also serves as the headquarters of a joint military force established by Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali to combat extremist groups operating across the Sahel region.

Online activist Ibrahim Bana, a supporter of the military government, posted a video on Facebook urging citizens to turn out on the streets of the capital to “defend the country,” raising fears of potential unrest in the aftermath of the attack.

The incident underscores ongoing security challenges in the Sahel, where extremist groups continue to carry out attacks targeting civilians, infrastructure, and military personnel. The international community and regional authorities have been closely monitoring the situation, emphasizing the urgent need for coordinated security measures to prevent further attacks.

Authorities in Niger have yet to release a formal statement regarding the incident, the attackers, or any casualties, leaving residents and international observers anxiously awaiting updates.

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