“Tens of thousands displaced in the troubled Niger”

“the Violence in the west the Niger has forced more than 52 000 people displaced since the turn of the year, writes the UN agency, the UNHCR, in a press release.”

“Those who have fled tell of armed groups attacking villages to kill and abduct civilians, including local leaders. The groups have also burnt schools, ransacked homes and businesses and stolen cattle, according to the evidence.”

“the Unrest has also meant that aid workers have not been able to reach all people who need help.”