Niger, February 2023: 65 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In February 2023, ACLED recorded 36 political violence events in Niger, with 65 deaths (+25% against January 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 27. The most affected region: Tillabéri (32 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

65

+25% against the month before

Violent events

36

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

27

Demonstrations

2