The military leaders who staged a coup in the Republic of Niger last month have announced the formation of a new government. This announcement was made via a decree broadcasted on national television on Thursday, August 10, 2023.
Under the leadership of Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, a 21-member government has been established. Notably, high-ranking generals from the newly formed military governing council will be at the helm of the defense and interior ministries.
This move showcases the military's consolidation of power and influence over key administrative sectors.
Meanwhile, on the diplomatic front, a notable convergence of global powers is set to unfold today in Abuja, the capital of Niger. Distinguished diplomats representing the United Nations, the African Union, and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) are gathering for an emergency summit focused on the evolving political landscape in the Niger Republic.