An American missionary has been abducted in Niger’s capital, Niamey, in a shocking incident that occurred just 100 yards from the presidential palace. The kidnapping took place on Tuesday, according to multiple security sources cited by CBS News, a partner of the BBC. The victim, who has not been officially identified, has reportedly been working with a US-based charity and has resided in Niger since 2010. The circumstances surrounding the abduction remain unclear, with no immediate demands from the kidnappers.