File photo: More than 7 million people are eligible to vote

Calm as Niger counts down hours to crucial election

Politics Dec 28
Niger's capital Niamey was calm as the country counted down hours to Sunday's vote.
The Court declares ineligible for the presidential election Hama Amadou du Moden
Niger court blocks opposition presidential candidate from poll
Politics Nov 14
Niger’s constitutional court on Friday blocked main opposition leader Hama Amadou from running in December’s presidential election but gave the green light to ruling party candidate Mohamed Bazoum.
This burned out vehicle was found near the scene
Niger attack: French aid workers among eight killed by gunmen
Politics Aug 10
Gunmen have attacked a group of aid workers in Niger, killing six French citizens, their local guide and driver, officials say.
Gen Salou Djibo led the coup against President Mahamadou Tandja
Niger's ex-military junta leader to vie for presidency
Politics Jun 29
The former head of Niger's military junta General Salou Djibo will vie for presidency in this year's election.
The corruption scandal caused an outcry in Niger
Niger 'lost $50m' in army corruption scandal
Politics Jun 24
Niger's state prosecutor says there is evidence that the country lost almost $50m (£40m) through a military procurement scandal.
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Niger attacks: At least 20 killed in Tillaberi villages
Politics May 11
At least 20 people have been killed in attacks by gunmen on several villages in Niger, local authorities say.