Niger, May 2023: 56 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In May 2023, ACLED recorded 43 political violence events in Niger, with 56 deaths (+27% against April 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 17. The most affected region: Tillabéri (42 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

56

+27% against the month before

Violent events

43

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

17

Demonstrations

1