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List of heads of state of Niger
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This is a list of heads of state of Niger since the country gained independence from France in 1960 to the present day.
Quick Facts President of theRepublic of Niger Président du Niger, Style ...
President of the Republic of Niger Président du Niger | |
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Incumbent Omar Tchiani Hassoumi Massaoudou since 28 July 2023 Tchiani Acting since 27 July 2023 (Massaoudou) | |
Style | Mr. President His Excellency |
Type | Head of state |
Seat | Niamey |
Appointer | Direct popular vote (two rounds if necessary) |
Term length | 5 years, renewable once |
Constituting instrument | Constitution of Niger |
Precursor | High Commissioner of Niger |
Formation | 10 November 1960 |
First holder | Hamani Diori |
Deputy | President of the National Assembly |
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A total of nine people have served as head of state of Niger.
As of 28 July 2023, the presidency is disputed between Omar Tchiani, the chairman of a military junta calling itself the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP) following a coup[1] that removed President Mohamed Bazoum from power,[2] and Bazoum's Foreign Minister, Hassoumi Massaoudou, who declared himself acting leader.[3]