Niger Blames France for Failed Mutiny; Paris Denies
Niger's Council of Ministers has formally accused France of instigating the failed mutiny that shook Niamey on 29 August. France calls the claim pure fantasy. The post Niger Blames France for Failed Mutiny; Paris Denies appeared first on The Rio Times .
Niger has accused France of instigating a failed mutiny that took place on August 29th at Air Base 101 and the presidency in Niamey. The Council of Ministers blamed France, specifically President Emmanuel Macron, for a vast network of collusion. At least 27 people were killed and around 100 arrested, according to Critical Threats.
Niamey holds evidence but has not released it yet. France, Benin, Nigeria, and Chad have denied any involvement. Chad's president, Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, posted a veiled denial on Facebook. Côte d'Ivoire has not commented. The Niger government responded by threatening international courts and holding onto the evidence. Nigeria accused ECOWAS of false claims.
Russia's ambassador in Niamey stated that Africa Corps, a Russian defence ministry formation, was summoned to help suppress the mutiny. Analysts estimate about 200 Russian personnel participated in retaking the base. This is not the first time Niger has blamed France for an attack. In January 2026, jihadists attacked the same airport, with the government attributing it to France, Benin, and Côte d'Ivoire.
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