Muslim women in Niamey organized a large sermon on Friday, September 18, 2026, at the Mahatma Ghandi Conference Center. The primary objective of the gathering was for Muslim women to contribute to the peace, cohesion, and tranquility of Niger. Participants decided to convene specifically to use prayer to implore Allah for peace, security, cohesion, and prosperity throughout the country.
Sermon Theme and Speakers
The sermon's central theme was 'Assalam'. Saïda Zaharaou Cheick Aboubacar and Malama Fatouma Miko animated the event, guiding participants through the proceedings. Zeinab Abdourahamane, a student from 'Makaranta (école) Darou’s Sa’ada', delivered words of thanks during the sermon. Abdourahamane stated, "Your presence testifies to our love for Niger and our willingness to contribute through our prayers and actions for a better future." She also acknowledged the national authorities, adding, "We also extend our thanks to the CNSP authorities and the government for their efforts and sacrifices in the quest for our country's sovereignty; may Allah guide their steps and grant them the wisdom and strength necessary to lead Niger towards peace, stability, and development." She emphasized the role of women, stating, "As mothers, wives, sisters, we have an important role to play in building our nation through our douas, our education, our solidarity, and our commitment, and we can contribute to preserving peace and strengthening the unity of our people." Abdourahamane concluded by urging unity in prayer, saying, "On this blessed day, let us unite our hearts and raise our hands to Allah to implore His protection over Niger, let us pray for peace, security, prosperity, and the success of our country and for our Defense and Security Forces as well as for all suffering families."
Commitment to National Peace
Dr. Saïda Zaharaou Cheick Aboubacar thanked all women present for their massive turnout, which she stated demonstrated their commitment and concern for Niger. She also asserted that as citizens, the country holds rights over them, making it a duty for each person to defend and protect it. Zeinab Abdourahamane, a student, declared that their presence at the sermon "testifies to our love for Niger and our willingness to contribute through our prayers and actions for a better future." Abdourahamane further noted women's key role, stating, "As mothers, wives, sisters, we have an important role to play in building our nation through our prayers, our education, our solidarity, and our commitment, and we can contribute to preserving peace and strengthening the unity of our people."
Gratitude and Call for Unity
Zeinab Abdourahamane thanked all women present for their mobilization and commitment to the nation, stating, "Your presence testifies to our love for Niger and our willingness to contribute through our prayers and actions for a better future." Abdourahamane also extended gratitude to the authorities of the CNSP and the government for their dedication. "We also extend our thanks to the CNSP authorities and the government for their efforts and sacrifices in the quest for our country's sovereignty; may Allah guide their steps and grant them the wisdom and strength necessary to lead Niger towards peace, stability, and development," she said. Abdourahamane further emphasized the role of women in national development, noting, "As mothers, wives, sisters, we have an important role to play in building our nation through our douas, our education, our solidarity, and our commitment, and we can contribute to preserving peace and strengthening the unity of our people." She concluded by calling for collective prayer: "On this blessed day, let us unite our hearts and raise our hands to Allah to implore His protection over Niger, let us pray for peace, security, prosperity, and the success of our country and for our Defense and Security Forces as well as for all suffering families." The ceremony concluded with collective invocations for the peace and tranquility of Niger.