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Niger officials attend peace prayer in Maradi

Maradi's regional secretary general and a presidential advisor joined prayers for stability.

Maradi, Niger – Regional officials and presidential advisors gathered on Thursday, October 29, 2026, for a collective prayer session at the Zone de Défense n°6 mosque. The prayers, including Du’a, were specifically for peace and stability within Niger.

Abdou Karim Mahamadou, Secretary General of the Maradi region, attended the Zuhr prayer and urged religious leaders and traditional chiefs to continue praying for the country's peace and its leaders. Amadou Labo Maraya, a special advisor to the President, echoed the call for prayers, extending them to the defense and security forces.

The prayer meeting also included the Administrator Delegate of Maradi city and security officials. The initiative aimed to implore divine intervention for the preservation of Niger from insecurity and the strengthening of social cohesion.

Why it mattersNiger's regional and presidential officials participated in prayers for peace and stability, directly affecting the country's governance and security.