Insecurity forces Niger to spend more on securing borders - President Issoufou

Niamey, Niger (PANA) - Insecurity in Niger has led to the displacement of populations along the borders, the influx of refugees and the proliferation of illicit trafficking, forcing the country to commit significant military resources to confront cross-border armed groups and secure the borders, according to Nigerien President Mahamadou Issoufou