Niger Junta Releases Over 50 Detainees In Reconciliation Effort

Niger's junta has released over 50 detainees, including former ministers of defense, oil, and finance, as well as senior army officers, following recommendations from a February national conference. Among those freed are former ministers Mahamane Sani Issoufou, Kalla Moutari, Ahmat Jidoud, and Ibrahim Yacoubou, along with a diplomat, journalist, and soldiers previously convicted for attempting [...]

Niger: Tchiani Sworn In As President

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 [...]

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