Niger: Military government suspends broadcasting of 9 French media outlets

In Niger, the military junta announced on May 8, 2026, the immediate suspension of nine French media outlets, including France 24, Radio France Internationale, and Agence France-Presse. This decision was communicated by the National Communication Observatory, which accuses these media of broadcasting content that threatens public order and national stability. The suspension affects all means of broadcasting, including digital platforms and mobile applications.