BREAKING: Niger Coup Leader Lifts Curfew Days After Military Takeover, Details Emerge
Coup plotters in Niger Republic have announced the lift of the curfew imposed after taking power from ousted President Mohamed Bazoum on July 26.
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As reported by The Punch, the announcement was made and signed in a decree late Thursday, August 3, by coup leader Abdourahamane Tiani.
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The report said:
“The curfew imposed since July 26, 2023, is officially lifted as of today.”
Niger Coup: Military Govt Issues Fresh Order Concerning 5 Neighbouring Countries
Meanwhile, Legit.ng had reported that the new military government in Niger Republic issued fresh orders a week after a dramatic coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum from power.
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The spokesman for the junta, said the country’s land borders and airspace with five neighbouring countries have been reopened.
He, however, said Niger’s borders with Benin and Nigeria, remained closed for the time being.
Niger soldiers confirm coup, declare removal of President Bazoum on national television
Soldiers in the Niger Republic announced a coup on national television late Wednesday, July 26, a Legit.ng report states.
They were reported to have dissolved the constitution, suspended all institutions, and closed the nation's borders. One of the rebel soldiers, Lieutenant Colonel Amadou Abdramane, said the army had decided to put an end to the administration of President Mohamed Bazoum.
Tension as guards detain Niger President Bazoum
Legit.ng also reported that President Bazoum was detained by guards inside the presidential palace in Niamey following an “ultimatum” by the army.
Sources said disgruntled members of the Presidential Guard sealed off access to the president’s residence and offices, adding that the guards “refused to release the president” after talks broke down.
Source: Legit.ng
