Niger junta says it has blocked ousted President Bazoum’s escape bid
CNN — Niger’s military government said Thursday it foiled a late-night escape attempt by deposed President Mohamed Bazoum to flee to neighboring Nigeria after being held in custody for nearly three months following his ouster in a coup. Bazoum had planned to escape with his family and two domestic staff at around 3:00 am Thursday, …
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Egypt Independent
October 21, 2023
