On Wednesday, General Abdourahamane Tchiani was formally sworn in as the Republic of Niger’s interim leader for a five-year term.
Key political personalities, including former President Mahamadou Issoufou, attended the inauguration ceremony, which was held in a large conference hall in Niamey.
Tchiani’s power was further cemented when he was sworn in and elevated to the rank of five-star general.
Reactions to this development have been conflicting. Others contend that it goes against earlier transitional agreements, while others are in favor of it.
Many Nigerians are keen to see how the transitional government will handle national affairs and whether a clear plan for a civilian-led government will soon be revealed as they closely monitor the situation.
