Niger power blackouts blamed on coup sanctions
Craig TaylorNigeria reportedly cuts electricity supplies to increase pressure on the military junta. BBC News – Africa
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Niger coup: Why some people want Russia in and France out
Supporters of the military which seized power in Niger have been showing their support for Russia. BBC News – Africa
Niger coup: West African leaders threaten military intervention
West African leaders set a seven-day deadline for the junta to reinstate the ousted president. BBC News – Africa
Niger coup: EU suspends security cooperation and budgetary aid
It comes after the US declared its “unflagging support” for ousted president Mohamed Bazoum. BBC News – Africa
Niger coup: Ruling party HQ attacked after President Bazoum ousted
The army chief gives his backing to the soldiers who took President Mohamed Bazoum captive. BBC News – Africa
Niger coup attempt: President Mohamed Bazoum held
The African Union condemns an “attempted coup d’etat” after President Bazoum is reportedly seized. BBC News – Africa