The Council of Ministers of Niger has approved a draft law establishing a “general mobilisation for the defence of the nation”, aimed at enhancing the country’s preparedness to confront internal and external security threats.
According to a government statement, the bill sets out the legal and organisational framework for mobilisation, defining roles and responsibilities for civilian authorities, the armed forces and citizens.
The proposed legislation requires all citizens to comply with mobilisation measures and to respond immediately to instructions issued by the authorities.
It also mandates the reporting of any attempts to obstruct mobilisation, as well as the presence of individuals belonging to states described in the official document as “hostile”.
The bill grants the state exceptional powers to requisition resources and private property in the interest of national security, alongside commitments to launch public awareness campaigns.
The government said the measure is driven by the urgent need to safeguard national sovereignty, territorial integrity and state institutions, amid mounting security challenges across the region.
