35 reportedly dead as violence hits Niger in three separate incidents

At least 35 people were reportedly killed in three separate incidents across Niger’s Dosso and Tillabéri regions between September 17 and 23, 2026.
According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the reported casualties included civilians and members of Niger’s security forces, with the incidents recorded in Karakara and Yeldou in Dosso, and Abala in Tillabéri.
On September 17, 12 civilians were reportedly killed in Karakara Commune, Dioundiou Department, Dosso Region.
The reports said Nigerien security forces arrived in the area after an attack by armed groups and accused some residents of assisting the attackers.
A local resident, whose identity was withheld, reportedly told the ...