Niger’s putschists have named General Abdourahamane Tchiani as the new leader of the country, citing the degradation of the security situation linked to jihadist violence.
The situation has prompted international concern, with France demanding the restoration of the democratically elected government and refusing to recognize the coup leaders. Kenyan President William Ruto has called the coup a serious setback for Africa.
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The United States Vice President Kamala Harris and United Nations’ Secretary-General Antonio Guterres have expressed strong support for Nigeria’s efforts to restore constitutional order in the Republic of Niger.
President Bola Tinubu, Chairman of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, is leading peace efforts to restore democracy in Niger, counting on the support of the US.
During a recent telephone conversation, Harris praised Nigeria’s reform initiatives and assured assistance in the fight against terrorism. President Tinubu thanked Harris for her words of encouragement and emphasized ECOWAS’s commitment to restoring democracy in Niger.
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