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(Director) Mariama Hima Yankori is a notable figure in Niger, recognized for her various professional achievements. She made history in the 1980s as Niger's first female film director, demonstrating her skill and innovation in the film industry. Throughout her career, she has shown a strong commitment to women's rights and child protection, particularly during her time as State Secretary. Yankori further paved the way by becoming Niger's first female ambassador to France, where she represented her country with grace and diplomacy on a global platform.