Abdou Moumouni Dioffo University
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Abdou Moumouni Dioffo University (formerly University of Niamey from 1971-1992) is the only public university in Niger. Located in the capital of Niamey, the university had a total enrollment of around 7,000 as of June 2006. The university is named after former Professor Abdou Moumouni Dioffo.
[edit] 2006 riots
In June 2006, the University temporarily closed due to rioting. Striking against the alleged withholding of scholarships as well as the deterioration of living and working conditions at the University, student lit 10 vehicles on fire. In response, the police fired tear gas at the students to prevent them from crossing a major bridge.
[edit] Sources
 |
This African university, college or other education institution article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
 |
This Niger-related article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. |
