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Military junta in Niger bans homosexuality with 5 to 10 years in prison
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk Alex Bollinger , as published by LGBTQ Nation
· June 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The military junta, which took control in 2023, has introduced a new penal code.
A significant development has occurred in Niger, a Sahara nation. The military junta, which took control in 2023, has introduced a new penal code. This code has major implications for the LGBTQ community, as it now criminalizes homosexuality.
The penalty for homosexuality under this new code is a prison sentence ranging from five to ten years. Prior to 2025, homosexuality was not formally illegal in Niger. For more information on this development and its potential impact, readers can refer to the full report from LGBTQ Nation.
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Category: rights Published: June 15, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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