The president of Niger says he will assume sweeping emergency powers, after a court again said he could not extend his rule.
Mamadou Tandja, 71, made his announcement after Niger's top court ruled against a referendum that could give him three more years in office.
Mr Tandja has governed the West African nation since 1999, serving two terms.
His plans to remain in power have sparked domestic protests and been criticised by international donors.
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