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At least 22 killed in Niger bus collision

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2 sources across 2 countries · Bangladesh · France

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  • The Daily Star Bangladesh · Centre · Mediaworld Ltd
  • Le Monde France · Centre-left · Fonds pour l'independance de la presse

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At least 22 people died and 37 others were injured after two buses collided head on in southern Niger on Friday night. The Nigerien transport ministry reported that 17 of the deceased were soldiers who were completing their training. The accident occurred approximately 50 kilometers from the town of Madaoua.

Injured passengers were evacuated to hospitals in Madaoua and Maradi. The official ANP news agency confirmed that an investigation into the cause of the crash has been opened. This incident occurred during a government awareness campaign targeting road safety in the Sahel nation, which includes the use of breathalyzers and speed limiters.

According to the Nigerien Agency for Road Safety, Niger recorded more than 7,000 road accidents in 2025. These incidents resulted in over 1,200 deaths and more than 4,400 serious injuries. The primary causes of these accidents include speeding, drink driving, and the poor condition of vehicles and roads.

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The reporting emphasized the provisional nature of the death toll and provided specific details regarding the soldiers' training status.
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The reporting focused on the casualty figures and the broader statistical context of road safety in Niger.

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