Personnel Risk:
Very High
Score:
21/100
34
17/100
Do the Defence Ministry, Defence Minister, Chiefs of Defence, and Single Service Chiefs publicly commit, through, for example, speeches, media interviews, or political mandates, to anti-corruption and integrity measures?
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Despite national anti-corruption policies under Presidents Issoufou and Bazoum [1][2], internal communications within the defense sector regarding integrity and anti-corruption remain superficial and infrequent.…
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Between 2018 and 2025, public commitment to anti-corruption and integrity measures within Niger’s defense sector has remained largely absent or superficial. Under Presidents Issoufou…
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There is no evidence of public commitment to anti-corruption from unit commanders within the Nigerien Armed Forces. While national policies under Presidents Issoufou and…
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35
50/100
Are there effective measures in place for personnel found to have taken part in forms of bribery and corruption, and is there evidence that these measures are being carried out?
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Both the 2003 Military Penal Code [1] and the Public Penal Code [2] provide legal frameworks for addressing bribery and corruption in the defence…
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There is evidence that instances of bribery and corruption are investigated, but disciplinary measures remain superficial and selective, often influenced by political and institutional…
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36
0/100
Is whistleblowing encouraged by the government, and are whistle-blowers in military and defence ministries afforded adequate protection from reprisal for reporting evidence of corruption, in both law and practice?
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Niger has some legal provisions that indirectly support whistleblowing, but these laws lack explicit protections for whistleblowers, particularly in the defence sector. The 1992…
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Whistleblowing is not actively encouraged by the Nigerien government, particularly within the military and defence institutions. Despite the country’s commitment to regional and international…
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The criminalizsation of whistleblowers remains a significant concern in Niger, further exacerbated by the repressive legal framework and government crackdowns on dissent. The 2019…
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37
0/100
Is special attention paid to the selection, time in post, and oversight of personnel in sensitive positions, including officials and personnel in defence procurement, contracting, financial management, and commercial management?
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In Niger’s defence and security sector, there is no systematic recognition that certain positions, such as procurement, contracting, financial management, and commercial oversight, are…
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Given that there is no official acknowledgment that certain positions are high-risk for corruption, this sub-indicator is marked as Not Applicable. [1] [2]
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Given that there is no official acknowledgment that certain positions are high-risk for corruption, this sub-indicator is marked as Not Applicable. [1] [2]
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38
33/100
Is the number of civilian and military personnel accurately known and publicly available?
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The number of military and civilian personnel in Niger is partially available to the public, but only in an aggregated and summarized format. Information…
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Since the Ministry of Defense officially discloses summarized and aggregated figures about personnel numbers, but detailed, disaggregated data (e.g., by rank, unit, or specific…
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Given a relatively small size of the army, the large-scale phenomenon does not seem plausible. However, it cannot be denied that theoretically, “ghost” soldiers…
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39
50/100
Are pay rates and allowances for civilian and military personnel openly published?
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Pay rates and allowances for civilian and military personnel in Niger are not openly published in a detailed and accessible manner, but the system…
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In Niger, allowances for military and civilian personnel are formally structured and regulated through several government decrees [1]. These decrees define: • The types…
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40
33/100
Do personnel receive the correct pay on time, and is the system of payment well-established, routine, and published?
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The timeliness of salary payments for military and civilian personnel in Niger appears to be generally maintained, with no publicly documented cases of systematic…
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In Niger, the salary system for military and civilian personnel is formally established through government decrees, setting base pay and allowances according to rank,…
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While the system for determining pay and allowances is formally established [1][2], there is no accessible documentation outlining specific pay scales, eligibility criteria, or…
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41
8/100
Is there an established, independent, transparent, and objective appointment system for the selection of military personnel at middle and top management level?
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Before the military coup of July 26, 2023, military appointments in Niger were regulated through formal structures outlined in the legal framework. [1][4] The…
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Before the military coup of July 26, 2023, the National Assembly did not provide external scrutiny over military appointments at middle and top management…
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While the formal process for military appointments remains opaque, some information on promotions and appointments does become available through informal channels. This information is…
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42
31/100
Are personnel promoted through an objective, meritocratic process? Such a process would include promotion boards outside of the command chain, strong formal appraisal processes, and independent oversight.
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While Niger’s military promotion system is formally structured and governed by clear personnel regulations, it is frequently undermined by undue influence and favoritism. Promotions…
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In Niger, while the military promotion system is formally structured around merit-based criteria such as years of service, performance evaluations, and educational qualifications, exceptions…
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In Niger, information on postings and promotions within the military is publicly available to some extent, particularly for senior officers. Announcements regarding promotions and…
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In Niger, postings and promotions of military personnel are publicly announced, although the consistency and predictability of these publications vary depending on the level…
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43
25/100
Where compulsory conscription occurs, is there a policy of not accepting bribes for avoiding conscription? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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In Niger, compulsory conscription is not currently enforced, and the greater concern appears to be bribery for securing a position in the armed forces…
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The 2003 Military Penal Code [1] and the Public Penal Code [2] provide legal frameworks for addressing bribery and corruption within the defence sector,…
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No actual cases of bribery being punished were found. Not enough evidence was found to properly evaluate the sub-indicator . [1][2]
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44
33/100
is there a policy of refusing bribes to gain preferred postings? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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Article 132 of the Penal Code states that individuals who request, accept, or solicit bribes in exchange for favorable decisions, appointments, promotions, or contracts…
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The 2003 Military Penal Code [1] establishes penalties for corruption within the armed forces. Article 228 states that officers convicted of corruption, theft, or…
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Some cases of bribery during recruitment have been identified and sanctioned [1]. This demonstrates that enforcement does occur in some instances, although it is…
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Following the military coup of July 26, 2023, oversight mechanisms over the Nigerien Armed Forces’ finances have been significantly weakened [1]. The dissolution of…
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46
25/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all military personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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The Nigerien military has a Code of Conduct in place. However, its existence remain largely unknown to the public and within the ranks of…
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The Code of Conduct is not widely distributed among military personnel, and there is no public access to its contents. There is no evidence…
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Enforcement of the Code of Conduct within Niger’s military is weak, with breaches rarely investigated. While the Military Penal Code establishes disciplinary and legal…
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There is no established, mandatory training program specifically dedicated to ethics and anti-corruption measures, ad hoc guidance may be provided by commanding officers as…
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47
31/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all civilian personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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In February 2025, the Minister of Public Service, Mme Aïssatou Abdoulaye Tondi, publicly announced the adoption of a Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct…
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The Code of Ethics and Deontology introduced by the Ministry of Public Service in February 2025 was reportedly developed and presented as part of…
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The Code of Ethics and Deontology for Nigerien civil servants was only recently adopted in February 2025, according to official announcements by the Ministry…
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Following the adoption of the Code of Ethics and Deontology in February 2025, the Ministry of Public Service organized training and awareness sessions targeting…
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48
0/100
Does regular anti-corruption training take place for military and civilian personnel?
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Before the military coup of July 26, 2023, multiple international actors played a crucial role in providing training to both military and police forces…
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Before the military coup of July 26, 2023, Niger benefited from multiple international actors providing training to military and police forces. Programs such as…
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Anti-corruption training in Niger’s military and police forces is neither systematic nor comprehensive. Before the July 26, 2023 coup, international partners such as EUCAP…
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49
0/100
Is there a policy to make public outcomes of the prosecution of defence services personnel for corrupt activities, and is there evidence of effective prosecutions in recent years?
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There is no formal policy requiring the public disclosure of the outcomes of prosecutions of defense services personnel for corruption-related offenses in Niger. The…
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The results of prosecutions of defense services personnel for corruption are rarely made publicly available. Typically, there is no detailed public information regarding the…
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The effectiveness of prosecutions for corruption within Niger’s defense sector remains highly questionable. While legal provisions exist under the Military Penal Code [1] and…
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50
17/100
Are there effective measures in place to discourage facilitation payments (which are illegal in almost all countries)?
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While neither the 2003 Military Penal Code [1] nor the Public Penal Code [2] explicitly mention facilitation payments (paiement de faveur, paiement de facilitation),…
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The absence of an explicit legal provision addressing facilitation payments creates significant ambiguity in enforcement [1][2]. Without a clear legal definition, authorities may struggle…
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Assessing the precise extent of facilitation payments in Niger remains challenging due to the lack of comprehensive data and the opaque nature of such…
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NA/100
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Leadership Behaviour
Q34
NA/100
Do the Defence Ministry, Defence Minister, Chiefs of Defence, and Single Service Chiefs publicly commit, through, for example, speeches, media interviews, or political mandates, to anti-corruption and integrity measures?
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Q35
NA/100
Are there effective measures in place for personnel found to have taken part in forms of bribery and corruption, and is there evidence that these measures are being carried out?
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Q36
NA/100
Is whistleblowing encouraged by the government, and are whistle-blowers in military and defence ministries afforded adequate protection from reprisal for reporting evidence of corruption, in both law and practice?
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Q37
NA/100
Is special attention paid to the selection, time in post, and oversight of personnel in sensitive positions, including officials and personnel in defence procurement, contracting, financial management, and commercial management?
View QuestionPayroll, Promotions, Appointments, Rewards
Q38
NA/100
Is the number of civilian and military personnel accurately known and publicly available?
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Q39
NA/100
Are pay rates and allowances for civilian and military personnel openly published?
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Q40
NA/100
Do personnel receive the correct pay on time, and is the system of payment well-established, routine, and published?
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Q41
NA/100
Is there an established, independent, transparent, and objective appointment system for the selection of military personnel at middle and top management level?
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Q42
NA/100
Are personnel promoted through an objective, meritocratic process? Such a process would include promotion boards outside of the command chain, strong formal appraisal processes, and independent oversight.
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Q43
NA/100
Where compulsory conscription occurs, is there a policy of not accepting bribes for avoiding conscription? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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Q44
NA/100
is there a policy of refusing bribes to gain preferred postings? Are there appropriate procedures in place to deal with such bribery, and are they applied?
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Values and Standards
Q46
NA/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all military personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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Q47
NA/100
Is there a Code of Conduct for all civilian personnel that includes, but is not limited to, guidance with respect to bribery, gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, and post-separation activities? Is there evidence that breaches of the Code of Conduct are effectively addressed?
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Q48
NA/100
Does regular anti-corruption training take place for military and civilian personnel?
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Q49
NA/100
Is there a policy to make public outcomes of the prosecution of defence services personnel for corrupt activities, and is there evidence of effective prosecutions in recent years?
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Q50
NA/100