Niger: The final report of the national conference is submitted to the head of the military regime

Background to the report

On March 11, 2025, the final report of the “assises nationales” held in Niamey from February 15 to 20 was officially handed over to the head of the military regime, General Abdourahamane Tiani. More than 700 civilian and military delegates took part in the meeting, which aimed to define the broad outlines of Niger’s political transition.

The report’s main recommendations

The report proposes that the military regime remain in power for at least five years. This transition period could be extended depending on the country’s security situation or the agenda of the Confederation of Sahel States, which includes Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso.

Official statements

At the report handover ceremony, held at the Presidential Palace in the presence of former presidents and foreign diplomats, General Tiani declared, “Today marks a turning point in the march of our country.” He also highlighted current security challenges, saying, “Let’s work for our country’s existence especially in these difficult times.”

Security and political context

Niger faces persistent insecurity, marked by recurrent jihadist attacks. General Tiani acknowledged these difficulties and stressed the importance of political stability in guaranteeing the country’s security and development.

Direction des assises nationales

The report was presented by Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, a former senior United Nations official, who led the proceedings. The conference brought together a variety of voices from across the country to discuss key issues relating to Niger’s political and security future.

Conclusion

The handing over of the final report of the National Conferences to General Tiani represents a crucial step in Niger’s political transition. At a time when the country is facing major security challenges, this proposal to extend military rule aims to stabilize the situation before a possible return to civilian rule. The coming months will be crucial in assessing the impact of these recommendations on Niger’s future.