Nigerian embassy in Niger denies reports on burnt facility

The Nigerian embassy in Niger Republic has denied reports claiming its facility has been burnt down.

Nigeria embassy in Niger

In a statement released, the embassy says protesters attempted to gain access into the Chancery building in Naimey, the capital of Niger, on July 30 but were stopped by the Nigerian military and Police authorities.

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The embassy added that its building is at the moment well guarded by the Nigerian military and other security authorities.

Read the statement below: