The Niger has taken a decisive step toward implementing the biometric passport for the Sahel States Confederation (AES). On Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the Niamey Presidential Palace, President Abdourahamane Tiani enrolled for the new travel document, marking a significant milestone in regional identity standardization, as confirmed by Nigerien officials.
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