Heavy Gunfire, Explosions Reported in Republic of Niger
[NigerianEye - Nigeria] - 29/01/2026
Sustained heavy gunfire and loud explosions echoed through parts of Niger's capital early Thursday, January 29, 2026, near the Diori Hamani International Airport, according to multiple residents and media reports.The intense shooting and blasts began shortly after midnight local time, startling neighborhoods adjacent to the airport. Witnesses described tracer rounds lighting up the night sky, accompanied by powerful detonations. Resident-filmed videos captured streaks of light streaking overhead, booming explosions, towering flames several meters high, and vehicles left charred and (…)
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