August 12, (THEWILL) – The Nigerian Ambassador to Niger has dismissed social media reports that the embassy in Niger Republic was attacked and torched by irate protesters in Niamey.
The ambassador, in a statement signed by Liti Auwalu, said the mission is well-guarded.
The statement added that despite the demonstrators’ attempts to enter the embassy, the situation was controlled by the Nigerien military and police.
“It has been brought to our notice that fake videos showing the torching of the Chancery Building in Niamey by protesters are circulating on various social media platforms.
“The Embassy wishes to inform the general public that even though protesters tried to gain access to the Embassy on July 30, 2023, the Nigerien Military and Police Authorities promptly curtailed the situation.
“At the moment, the Embassy is well guarded by the Nigerien Military and other Security Authorities.
“We reiterate that the videos are fake and as such, the general public is enjoined to disregard such videos,” the statement read.
