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Bandits release Niger electoral commissioner 11 months after abduction
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points He spent more than 300 days without taking a bath. A Niger electoral commissioner has been released by bandits after 11 months in captivity.
A Niger electoral commissioner has been released by bandits after 11 months in captivity. The commissioner, Mr Wawa, had a traumatic experience during his time as a captive. He spent more than 300 days without taking a bath.
Further details of his ordeal are available from the source. The release of the commissioner comes after a lengthy period of captivity.
The circumstances surrounding his abduction and release are not fully detailed here, but more information can be found through Premium Times.
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Published: September 4, 2026 ·
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