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]
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]