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Niger Officially Withdraws from International Organization of La Francophonie

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Niger has officially withdrawn from the International Organisation of La Francophonie (OIF), marking another step in its ongoing efforts to distance itself from French influence. The country’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the decision, which was first communicated via an oral note on March 7.

The withdrawal comes after Niamey was suspended from the OIF in December 2023 following the military coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum. In response to the suspension, Niger’s leadership declared an end to “all forms of cooperation” with the organisation, arguing that the OIF primarily serves French interests in Africa.

The OIF has always been used by France as an instrument to defend and promote its own interests on the continent,” Nigerien authorities stated, reinforcing their stance against neocolonial influence.

An OIF spokesperson, Oria Vande Weghe, confirmed Niger’s departure on March 17, revealing that Niamey had officially notified France, which then relayed the decision to the organisation.

Niger is not alone in reconsidering its ties to the OIF. Burkina Faso has reportedly taken similar steps, though its government has not formally announced its withdrawal.

It will be recalled that Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso have increasingly sought to reduce French influence in favour of regional and non-Western alliances. Niamey’s decision follows a series of diplomatic and military realignments, including the expulsion of French troops and a pivot toward closer cooperation with Russia and other partners.

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