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Niger’s junta leader appoints new head of military following mutiny

Niger’s junta leader has appointed a new armed forces chief after a deadly mutiny threatened their hold on power

The Independent UK · Sep 12

Niger’s failed coup is a warning to the Sahel’s military rulers: those with power must keep their promises

Niger’s military regime, led by General Abdourahamane Tchiani, faced its most significant challenge on 29 August 2026 since coming to power in 2023. For several hours, soldiers clashed with forces loyal to the junta across the capital, Niamey, in an apparent attempt to seize power. The situation then stabilised and…

The Conversation · Sep 2

Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger call for joint 'large-scale operations' against extremists

The head of an alliance of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger says the launch of a joint battalion “must be followed by large-scale operations in the coming days."

The Independent UK · Dec 23, 2025

West African leaders’ summit opens as coup-hit countries form alliance

The formation of Sahel alliance by Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger overshadows ECOWAS summit, set to open in Abuja.

Al Jazeera · Jul 7, 2024

Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso military leaders sign new pact, rebuff ECOWAS

Move is latest sign the countries are moving away from traditional regional and Western allies following spate of coups.

Al Jazeera · Jul 6, 2024

Did Russia, Iran provoke Niger walkout from US military pact?

Niger’s ruling military angered by US accusations of ‘secret deals’ with Iran and partnering with Russia.

Al Jazeera · Mar 19, 2024

Niger suspends military cooperation with US: Spokesman

The suspension follows an earlier move that has seen thousands of French soldiers exit the West African nation.

Al Jazeera · Mar 17, 2024

Niger repeal of anti-migration law applauded as one less ‘colonial fetter’

Analysts and Nigerien citizens have welcomed the abrogation of the controversial law which was signed in 2015.

Al Jazeera · Nov 28, 2023

Niger coup: Ecowas must do these 3 things to break the stalemate

It’s been a month since military guards under the command of General Abdourahamane Tchiani ended 12 years of democratic governance in Niger. The situation seems to have reached a stalemate as the junta has refused to restore democracy immediately.

The Conversation · Sep 4, 2023

Niger's coup weakens regional fight against Boko Haram: four reasons why

Niger’s President Mohamed Bazoum was detained and deposed on 26 July by his military guard under the command of General Abdourahamane Tchiani.

The Conversation · Aug 28, 2023