Nigerian embassy in Niger Republic denies reports claiming its facility has been burnt down

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

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 Nigerien military and Police authorities.

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

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