The Niger Presidential Guard attempted a coup, delaying the head of state Mohamed Bazum. This is reported by local media.
As reported, Mohammed Bazum and Minister of the Interior Hamad Adam Sulei are blocked in the presidential palace.
Earlier today, the president’s account on Twitter has information that Bazum and his family “feel good.”
The president’s office confirmed that individual guards “began the rebellion.” The publication claimed that the army is ready to attack the rebels.
However, after some time, the tweet was deleted.
It is noted that behind the attempt of the coup is General Omar Chiani, who has been heading the Presidential Guard for almost 10 years.
Mohamed Bazum took the presidency in February 2021, becoming the first democratically elected head of state.