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Niger, October 2023: 157 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In October 2023, ACLED recorded 27 political violence events in Niger, with 157 deaths (+131% against September 2023). Attacks on civilians killed 53. The most affected region: Tillabéri (94 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths
157
+131% against the month before
Violent events
27
Civilians killed (targeted attacks)
53
Demonstrations
2

Reported deaths per month

0250500Jan 23Sept 23May 24Jan 25Sept 25May 26Oct 26
Source: ACLED, via HDX HAPI

Regions in October 2023

Source: ACLED, via HDX HAPI
Reported deaths01–45–2425–7475–199200–499500 +Hover, tap or zoom
RegionReported deathsViolent eventsCivilians killed (targeted attacks)
Tillabéri942353
Tahoua6320
Diffa010
Maradi010