Niger/Transition: The roadmap of CNSP president, General Abdourahamane Tiani

In Niger, the president of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP), transitional president General Abdourahamane Tiani, has laid out his roadmap for Niger’s journey towards complete sovereignty and prosperity. This announcement came on the eve of the commemoration of the CNSP’s rise to power, signaling a structural transformation of the country across various domains.

After summarizing the actions taken over the past twelve months of the CNSP’s governance, the transitional president focused on future prospects that will lead the country to its destiny, removing all obstacles to its development and the well-being of Nigeriens. For each priority area identified by the Nigerien authorities, specific projects are underway.

In the security sector, which motivated the events of July 26, 2023, the ongoing strengthening of the operational capabilities of the Nigerien armed forces for a more effective fight against terrorist groups remains crucial for the CNSP. The state will continue to invest in acquiring the necessary resources, commensurate with the terrorist threat, according to the transitional president.

The fight against terrorism also involves socio-economic development that meets the critical needs of the population. To this end, the transitional president of Niger has initiated a major irrigation program in all eight regions of the country, aimed at ensuring the optimal exploitation of agro-pastoral potentials to achieve food sovereignty, much to the delight of the Nigerien people.

Regarding the mining sector, a key driver of Niger’s economy, the CNSP president assures strict control of mining operations to ensure that the benefits primarily go to the population. He also announced the imminent construction of a petroleum refinery and a petrochemical complex in Dosso, as well as the creation of an Institute of Petroleum and Gas in Zinder.

Niger’s presence in the Confederation of the Alliance of Sahel States is promising for the country. With the strategic axes of the Confederation such as defense and security, development, and diplomacy, the future looks very promising for Niger as well as for its partner countries.