Polygamy in Niger

Polygamous marriages are recognized in Niger under customary law.[1] The practice was present among indigenous populations but was greatly popularized after French Missionaries explored the region in 1901.[2] Today, it is estimated that over one third of Nigerien women are in polygamous unions.[1]

See also

References
  1. "Niger:Family Code". Archived from the original on 2020-04-06. Retrieved 2009-04-26.
  2. Ekeh, Peter. History of the Urhobo People of Niger Delta. Urhobo Historical Society. p. 157.
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