General Abdouramane Tchiani who assumed power in Niger on August 26, 2023, previously headed the elite Presidential Guards The 4-week old turmoil in the West African state of Niger is taking a curious turn that no longer allows a binary vision of “neo-colonialism and imperialism” versus “national liberation”. Niger’s coup leaders are making overtures to …
France’s colonial legacy, US’ security concerns intersect in Niger; Russians at the gates look for new hunting grounds
Supporters of the M62 movement in Niger in a demonstration to demand the departure of foreign forces [File photo] The military coup in Niger is already three weeks old. The putschists are cementing their rule, having gained the upper hand in the shadow play with the Economic Community of West African States [ECOWAS] backed by …