Niger security will worsen amid regional turbulence
Thursday, September 10, 2020
Significance
Foremost among them are insecurity and regional instability: six French nationals and two Nigeriens were killed in an attack in Koure on August 9, while in neighbouring Mali a coup last month has added to the pressures.
Impacts
- Movement restrictions in western Niger will complicate relief efforts for vulnerable populations.
- Insecurity in Tillabery and elsewhere may prompt a delay of municipal elections, also scheduled for this year.
- The date of the presidential elections will likely remain unchanged.