Niger Celebrates Third Anniversary of CNSP Rule, Promises New Era of Governance

Thousands gathered in Niamey to commemorate the third anniversary of the Refondation du Niger, marking the arrival of the military at power on July 26, 2023.

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“On this memorable date, Niger and its people have decided to turn a page in history by supporting the CNSP’s action, which has brought an end to 13 years of governance that have undermined national unity and put the nation at risk through various repression measures under a system of imperialist domination“, said Boubacar Kimba Kollo, a Nigerien civil society activist.

For protesters, this mobilization is also an opportunity to salute the achievements recorded since the advent of this new political dynamic in which Niger has committed itself.

“July 26 represents for us a date of liberation, a date of hope, a date that marks also the milestones of a new form of governance different from the one we have known during the past three decades“, said Abdoulaye Salifou, a protester.

“Our country has made significant progress, especially in the fight against Western imperialism and the affirmation of its sovereignty. We encourage the current authorities to stay on course“, added Moussa Moumouni, also a protester.

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Beyond the celebration, attention is now focused on the challenges ahead, with hopes for reforms to continue and the ambitions of the Refondation to be concretized further.

Niger Celebrates Third Anniversary of CNSP Rule, Promises New Era of Governance