Niger, January 2025: 49 reported deaths in political violence, according to ACLED

In January 2025, ACLED recorded 48 political violence events in Niger, with 49 deaths (−84% against December 2024), −83% against January 2024. Attacks on civilians killed 28. The most affected region: Tillabéri (13 deaths). ACLED counts the deaths reported by public sources: actual tolls are often higher.

Reported deaths

49

−84% against the month before

Violent events

48

Civilians killed (targeted attacks)

28

Demonstrations

7