Republic of the Niger

State · 1961–2026 CE · at its largest around 1961 CE

A largely Saharan landlocked country in West Africa, named after the Niger River, which gained independence from France in 1960. It has experienced several military coups.

On its lands while it lasted

Niamey (c. 1961 CE): Capital of Republic of the Niger (1961–today).
Boko Haram insurgency (2009 CE): Jihadist insurgency centred on northeastern Nigeria and the Lake Chad basin that has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions.