Niger military reshuffles top army command after failed mutiny
Niger's military government has appointed a new head of the armed forces after a failed mutiny that tested the junta's control over the security apparatus. A decree read on state television on Friday announced that General Mamane Sani Kiaou would replace General Moussa Salaou Barmou at the top of the armed forces. The reshuffle also included the promotion of General Abdourahmane Abou Zataka to army chief of staff.The changes follow a mutiny that began on 28 August and lasted almost 24 hours, according to the supporting report. Fighting was reported at the presidential palace, Niamey's international airport and a nearby... [Continue Reading]
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