Mutiny in Niamey: The Fracturing of Niger's Military Junta The events unfolding in Niamey, Niger's capital city, have highlighted the precarious nature of military rule in the Sahel region.
A group of soldiers attempted a mutiny, firing at sensitive locations and breaching security perimeters around the presidency and Diori Hamani International Airport.
The attack, which began overnight into Saturday morning, has left many wondering if Niger's military junta is on the brink of collapse.