source: Whatsapp
actor1: Police Forces of Niger (2011-2021)
actor2: Civilians (Niger)
location: Awaridi
notes: On 27 March 2020, the police dispersed Muslim worshippers with tear gas in Awaridi (Diffa, Diffa) for not respecting preventive measures imposed amid the coronavirus crisis. Huts were also burned and four people arrested. No casualties reported.