The following article offers you an overview of recent news in Niger, with a focus on the interviews with General Abdourahamane Tiani, head of the junta, who spoke about the coup d’état and the departure of French troops.
In interviews broadcast on national television, General Tiani defended the July 26 coup, saying previous leaders did not heed military advice and the country was at risk of disappearing. He also criticized the presence of French troops, saying that not only had they failed to eliminate the terrorists, but that there were more and more of them. Thus, for General Tiani, the departure of French troops from Niger is a good thing, because it will allow the Nigerien people to decide on future relations with France.
General Tiani also stressed the need to put an end to the squandering of public funds under the presidency of Mohamed Bazoum and affirmed that the current transition should last a maximum of three years, stressing that power should not be held by a single person for an extended period.
This position by General Tiani marks a new chapter in relations between Niger and France. As the upcoming departure of French troops raises questions about the future of the fight against terrorism in the region, General Tiani says Niger will find other partners ready to help in a spirit of mutually beneficial and respectful cooperation .
This development in relations between Niger and France highlights the importance for African countries to reaffirm their sovereignty and make decisions that correspond to the interests of their people. The end of colonization, as General Tiani points out, allows African countries to shape their own policies and determine the terms of their cooperation with other nations.
The situation in Niger therefore remains to be monitored, because the country finds itself at a decisive turning point in its political history and its international relations. The ongoing transition will be closely monitored by the international community and by the Nigerien people themselves, who wish to see the country progress towards stable, transparent governance focused on the needs and aspirations of the population.