Human Rights Watch condemns Niger's terrorism database ordinance for lacking due process and violating privacy rights.

Human Rights Watch has condemned a new ordinance in Niger, signed by Gen. Abdourahamane Tiani, that creates a database of individuals suspected of terrorism. The ordinance features overly broad criteria for inclusion, lacks due process, and fails to offer a means for individuals to contest their listing. This raises significant concerns about privacy rights and the potential for misuse, prompting HRW to demand the suspension of the database until it aligns with international human rights standards.

September 30, 2024
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