Niger Imposes 24-Hour Curfew Following Protest Over Miners’ Deaths

The Niger State Government has imposed a 24-hour curfew following a protest sparked by the deaths of miners.

The curfew is aimed at restoring calm and maintaining law and order after the protest, which was linked to concerns over the circumstances surrounding the miners’ deaths.

Residents have been urged to comply with the directive and remain indoors during the curfew period, while security agencies have been deployed to monitor the situation and maintain peace.

Authorities are expected to continue investigations into the deaths and the events that led to the protest.