Gunmen on motorbikes killed 22 people, mostly attending a baptism ceremony, in western Niger's Tillabéri region. A resident reported 15 deaths at the ceremony, with seven more killed elsewhere. Local activist Maikoul Zodi condemned the attack, highlighting the ongoing jihadist violence plaguing the region. Niger's military government, facing increased attacks since March, hasn't provided casualty figures, but the situation underscores the escalating insecurity and the government's struggles to contain the violence.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.