Niger’s Junta Announces Five-Year Transition To Constitutional Rule
Niger’s ruling junta says there would be a five-year transition to constitutional rule with immediate effect. The time frame announced during a signing ceremony for a new transition charter yesterday, is in line with recommendations made in February by a commission following national discussions. Abdourahamane Tchiani, the leader of Niger’s junta, was also sworn in as the […]
Niger Military Leaders Rename Streets Bearing French Names
Niger’s military leaders have renamed streets and monuments bearing French names, in the latest move to cut links with the country’s former colonial power. Niger’s relationship with France and other Western allies deteriorated after President Mohamed Bazoum was ousted in a coup last year. During the ceremony held in Niamey to mark the various name […]
