Voting began Sunday in the West African nation of Niger, where President Mahamadou Issoufou is touting his record of defending the country from Islamic extremists as he vies against 14 other candidates for a second five-year term.
Niger Voters Begin Casting Ballots
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A man casts his ballot during elections in Niamey, Niger, Feb 21, 2016. Voting has begun in the West African nation, where President Mahamadou Issoufou is running against 14 other candidates for a second five-year term.