Niger accuses France, Benin and Cote d'Ivoire of sponsoring airport attack

[RFI - Africa] - 30/01/2026

Niger’s military ruler, Abdourahamane Tiani, has accused the presidents of France, Benin and Cote d’Ivoire of sponsoring an attack on Niamey international airport, which has since been claimed by Islamic State armed group.

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