Niamey

Niamey

Capital of Niger

Niamey is the capital and largest city of Niger. It is in the western part of the country, surrounded by the Tillabéri Region. Niamey lies on the Niger River, primarily situated on the river's left bank. The capital of Niger since the colonial era, Niamey is an ethnically diverse city and the country's main economic centre.

Also known as...Niamey Urban Community
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Clashes in Niger after troops try to storm palace

Clashes in Niger after troops try to storm palace Clashes between Niger's presidential guard and military elements broke out in Niamey after an attempted storming of the presidential palace, with heavy gunfire and the national TV station going off air.