| 5,674,606 |
13.65 |
9.1833 |
Niger |
|
One policeman and three others have been killed in violent protests against French magazine Charlie Hebdo in Niger's second city of Zinder. It is unclear whether the other three deaths were among demonstrators or civilians attacked by demonstrators. |
| 5,674,609 |
13.5 |
7.1 |
Niger |
|
Demonstrators angry about cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad published by Charlie Hebdo rioted in Maradi. |
| 5,674,616 |
13.65 |
9.1833 |
Niger |
|
Rioters in Niger angry about the publication of cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad by Charlie Hebdo attacked Christians and Christian-owned buildings, including homes and businesses. They also looted and burned at least 3 Catholic churches. Christian have been put under military protection in the city, subsequent deaths reported on following day |
| 5,674,622 |
13.52 |
2.12 |
Niger |
|
At least five people were killed on Saturday during a second day of unrest in Niger; 4 of the victims were civilians who died when churches or other buildings were set alight. |
| 5,674,628 |
13.52 |
2.12 |
Niger |
|
At least five people were killed on Saturday during a second day of unrest in Niger; 4 of the victims were civilians who died when churches or other buildings were set alight. |
| 5,674,633 |
13.52 |
2.12 |
Niger |
|
About 300 members of the opposition held a protest in the wake of recent violence against demonstraters, despite a government ban. Police fired tear gas and arrested up to 90 members of the opposition. Those arrested were released Friday the 24th. |
| 5,674,639 |
13.52 |
2.12 |
Niger |
|
Boubacar Hassane, president of the ACN, was arrested for "incitement to violence" after taking part in a televised debate regarding recent demonstrations. He was released four days later. |
| 5,674,644 |
13.69869 |
13.30951 |
Niger |
|
Boko Haram launched simultaneous attacks on Bosso and near Diffa. Troops from Niger and Chad fought back and killed 109 militants in total. Four soldiers also died in the clashes. |
| 5,674,648 |
13.32 |
12.61 |
Niger |
|
Boko Haram launched simultaneous attacks on Bosso and near Diffa. Troops from Niger fought back and killed 109 militants in total. Four soldiers also died in the clashes. |
| 5,674,652 |
13.32 |
12.61 |
Niger |
|
Boko Haram staged an overnight assault on the town of Diffa. The Niger military fought back and the militants fled. Death toll is unknown. |
