Ombudsman
Médiateur de la République du Niger
Médiateur de la République
51/100
Summary
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The Médiateur de la République of Niger was established by Loi n°99-043 of 26 October 1999. The Médiateur is appointed by decree for a non-renewable 6-year term and investigates complaints of mal-administration. Note: the 2023 coup has affected all independent institutions in Niger.
Independence Scorecard
51/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 6 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Case-by-case |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Loi n°99-043 du 26 octobre 1999 portant institution et organisation du Médiateur de la République
- Citation
- Loi n°99-043 du 26 octobre 1999 (Niger)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
National mediator; receives citizen complaints against public administration; issues non-binding recommendations; reports annually to the President and National Assembly.