Security - 21 November 2025
Nationwide Success Against Criminal Networks
Niamey, November 21, 2025 - The November 19 Gouré operation exposed sophisticated cross-border smuggling, with a weekly capacity of 8,450 liters-equivalent to an annual value of 180 million CFA Francs. The Nigeria-Guidguir-Gouré route highlights adaptive criminal entrepreneurship.
Meanwhile, the November 17 Say operation uncovered a systematic terrorist fuel supply fulfilling 60% of western Tillabéri needs. The use of passenger vehicles complicates detection, exploiting civilian infrastructure to facilitate illicit activity.
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