
Abdourahmane Abou Zataka
General Abdourahmane Abou Zataka was appointed by Niger’s junta chief as the new army chief of staff, succeeding Mamane Sani Kiaou amidst significant political upheaval in the country.
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Tiani also appointed General Abdourahmane Abou Zataka to succeed Kiaou as army chief of staff.
Niger names new chief of staff after thwarted mutinyThe Punch·
Nigeria· 2026-09-12



