Niger

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Scores are based on a scale of 0 (least free) to 100 (most free)
People on the Niger River, Niger. Editorial credit: Catay / Shutterstock.com

header1 Issues of concern

  • The struggle to meet security challenges posed by active militant groups has served as an alibi for the government to restrict civil liberties.
  • Recent rulings against opposition leaders and civil society activists have reduced public trust in the judiciary.
  • Women are underrepresented both in elected and cabinet positions.

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  • Population

    26,210,000
  • Global Freedom Score

    30 100 not free