Mutinous soldiers claim to have overthrown Niger’s president

Supporters of Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum demonstrate in his support in Niamey, Niger (Sam Mednick/AP)

Mutinous soldiers claimed to have overthrown Niger’s democratically elected president, announcing on state television that they have put an end to the government over the African country’s deteriorating security.

In their address late on Wednesday, the soldiers said all institutions had been suspended and security forces were managing the situation.