Boko Haram attack in Niger kills 12 soldiers, injures 10

Niamey: Boko Haram militants stormed a military base in the African country of Niger, killing 12 and wounding 10.

The bomber struck shortly afternoon in front of a crowd of 2,000 people, according to the Associated Press. The bomber struck shortly afternoon in front of a crowd of 2,000 people, according to the International Atomic Energy Agency.

The hospital administration told the media that 12 personnel were killed and 10 others injured in the attack, adding that four of the injured were in critical condition. The identities of those killed have not been released.

A statement from Niger's defense ministry confirmed the deaths and blamed Boko Haram for the attack, while the militant group Boko Haram claimed responsibility for the attack.