Overview

Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani has been appointed as the new leader of Niger after a military takeover, according to state television on Friday.

Situation

The Chief of the Presidential Guard, Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani, has been declared as the “president of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland.” This announcement comes as the elected President Mohamed Bazoum remains detained by army putschists since Wednesday morning.

Background

The political situation in Niger has undergone a significant change with the military takeover and the appointment of Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani as the new leader.