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

• Le Wazzou polygame

References

1. "Niger:Family Code". Archived from the original on 2020-04-06. Retrieved 2009-04-26.
2. Ekeh, Peter (2007). History of the Urhobo People of Niger Delta. Urhobo Historical Society. p. 157. ISBN 9789780772888.