The state of media independence in Niger is deteriorating as the current transition government uses intimidation and arbitrary detentions against reporters covering security matters and national conflicts, according to Amnesty International. Since the military takeover on July 26, 2023—led by Abdourahamane Tchiani, who detained President Mohamed Bazoum—media professionals have faced increasing restrictions. Fear of retaliation has led many to practice self-censorship to avoid being targeted by the authorities. “This suppression of the right to free expression and the work of the media comes at a time when the public desperately…
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