Niger attack: Soldiers killed by hundreds of jihadists in Kandadji

2023-09-29 18:56

Jihadist attacks have intensified across Niger since the military seized power in July.

Hundreds of Islamist militants riding motorbikes have attacked a town in south-western Niger, killing 12 soldiers, the defence ministry says.

Seven soldiers were killed in combat, while five others died in a road accident responding to the attack.

The defence minister said over 100 militants...