It was revealed that the coup was orchestrated by General Omar Tchiani, who had been serving as the Commander of the Presidential Guard for about ten years.
General Tchiani announced on state television that he assumed control of the transitional government. The coup-prone continent of Africa woke up to a new coup on the morning of July 26.
In the West African country of Niger, elements of the Presidential Guard Regiment detained President Mohamed Bazoum and later took over the government by reading a coup declaration on television in the evening.
In support of the soldiers who took over the government, Nigeriens are taking to the streets.
