On VOA 60: Niger’s ruling junta late Thursday said it thwarted an overnight attempt by ousted President Mohamed Bazoum to escape detention with his family — allegations vehemently denied by the president's legal representatives. Plus, the head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia, Catriona Laing, Thursday told the Security Council that conflicts in the Horn of Africa nation “continue to take a heavy toll on civilians.” This and more African news related updates on today’s VOA 60!