Gen Abdourahamane Tchiani has been sworn in as Niger’s president for a five-year transitional period, following his 2023 coup that ousted elected President Mohamed Bazoum. Tchiani’s new government has replaced the constitution with a charter, dissolved all political parties, and promoted him to the highest military rank. The transition period’s length is flexible, depending on Niger’s security situation, amid ongoing jihadist attacks. Tchiani’s regime is prosecuting Bazoum for high treason. The junta has severed ties with France, pulled out of ECOWAS, and forged new alliances, notably with Russia. The new charter emphasizes protecting Niger’s natural resources for its citizens. Critics accuse the junta of suppressing civil rights and failing to end jihadist violence.
Pray for divine guidance in leadership in Niger. Pray for the Holy Spirit of GOD to fill their hearts with a desire for justice, peace, and the welfare of the people, not personal gain. Pray for peace and stability in the country during this transitional period (The Holy Bible, Isaiah 1:17).
Pray for the divine protection upon all the citizens in Niger. Pray that civil rights and freedom are upheld and respected in the country (The Holy Bible, Psalm 118:7).
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