The founder and editor of the newspaper Le Courrier, Ali Soumana, was arrested this Saturday, September 6, 2025, at around 6 p.m. by the Judicial Police.
A complaint led to the arrest.
According to information gathered, this arrest follows a complaint filed by the authorities, related to the publication of an article in Le Courrier. The article in question, entitled "Customs fraud and transactions: a transaction case shakes customs," called into question alleged practices within the customs administration.
A case that has garnered attention:
The arrest of Ali Soumana, a well-known figure in the Nigerien media landscape, has sparked reactions within journalistic circles and among press freedom organizations. This case could reignite the debate on the balance between freedom of information and the legal recourse available to public authorities.
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