Moussa Tiangari, a prominent human rights defender and secretary general of Citizens Alternative Spaces (AEC), was arrested on December 3, 2024, in Niamey, Niger, and charged with terrorism-related offenses including, “criminal conspiracy in connection with a terrorist enterprise” and “plotting against the authority of the state.” If convicted, he could face the death penalty or be stripped of his nationality. Rights groups have condemned his detention as politically motivated, linked to his criticism of the government’s revocation of NGO licenses and establishment of a terrorism database. Since his arrest, Tiangari has been held in pretrial detention without appearing before a judge to address the substance of the charges. Activists assert that his detention reflects a broader post-coup crackdown on dissent. Human rights organizations are calling for his immediate and unconditional release and an end to repressive tactics.
Pray for the immediate and unconditional release of all imprisoned human rights defenders, including Moussa Tiangari. Pray for the government of Niger to uphold the rights and freedom of all its citizens (The Holy Bible, Exodus 23:2).
Pray for a fair and transparent trial in the allegations against rights activist, Moussa Tiangari. Pray for justice to prevail for the innocent victims (The Holy Bible, Proverbs 21:15).
News Source: Human Rights Watch
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