Abdoulaye Massalatchi
latest news & developments
Libyan army convoy makes tracks in the desert
Libyan army vehicles have crossed into Niger in what may be a negotiated bid by Muammar Gaddafi to seek refuge in a friendly African state.
Junta to run Niger until elections
Niger’s military plans to run the country until politicians agree on a new Constitution and are ready for fresh elections.
Niger president seized in military coup
Mutinous troops led by an army colonel captured Niger’s President Mamadou Tandja on Thursday, and said they were suspending the Constitution.
Gunfire erupts in Niger capital in apparent coup bid
Smoke was seen rising from the presidential palace amid heavy gunfire in Niger’s capital, Niamey, on Thursday in an apparent coup attempt.