General Abdourahamane Tiani, the country's military ruler, has reshuffled the army high command. He named Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou as chief of staff, in place of Moussa Salaou Barmou. The army also reinforced security measures in Zinder city. Reports indicate Sahel region events are pushing Niger to adjust its strategic ties with Algeria. The latest steps mark a shift in Niger's military leadership and foreign relations. The appointment follows a broader command overhaul. Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou assumes the role of the army. Moussa Salaou Barmou has been removed from the post. The move comes as regional dynamics shift. Tiani's government is recalibrating its foreign policy. Algeria remains a key partner, though links are being reassessed. Observers see this as a turning point.