New ruler in Niger: Transition phase no longer than three years
General Tiani
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The new military ruler in Niger, Abdourahamane Tiani, has announced a transition phase in the West African country that will not last longer than three years. “Our goal is not to seize power,” the general said in a televised speech on Saturday. He announced a 30-day “national dialogue” to work out “concrete proposals” that should lay the foundation for “a new constitutional life”.
On Saturday, an Ecowas delegation arrived in Niamey and visited, among others, the imprisoned President Mohamed Bazoum. He is doing well, according to Ecowas circles. However, the presidential palace, where Bazoum and his family have been held since the July 26 coup, is still without power.
The delegation, led by former Nigerian President Abdulsalami Abubakar, is said to seek diplomatic mediation with the military who have taken power. In his 12-minute speech on Saturday, Tiani denounced the “illegal” and “inhumane” sanctions imposed by Ecowas after the coup.
AFP
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2023-08-19 22:02:27
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