General Abdourahamane Tiani, the head of Niger's junta, has reshuffled the army high command. He picked Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou as chief of staff, taking over from Moussa Salaou Barmou. The army also reinforced security measures in Zinder city. According to reports Sahel region events are prompting Niger to rethink its strategic ties with Algeria. This move mark a shift in Niger's military leadership and foreign relations. The appointment comes amid a broader command overhaul. Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou now takes charge of the army. Moussa Salaou Barmou has stepped down from the post. The move takes place as regional dynamics shift. Tiani's government is recalibrating its foreign policy. Algeria remains a key partner, yet relations are being re-evaluated. Observers see this as a turning point.