France has experienced a long history of colonial violence in Niger, particularly through the 1899 Mission Afrique Centrale, leading to the deaths of thousands and widespread looting.
Derek McCarthy, a survivor of sexual abuse, expressed his frustration, stating, "I feel pushed aside after coming forward about my abuse in a Spiritan school, especially after my abuser passed away without facing charges." He urged authorities to take historical allegations seriously to prevent other victims from feeling neglected.