The Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR) of Niger wrapped up its inaugural ordinary session on July 12, 2025, in Niamey, marking a significant step in the nation’s ongoing reconstruction efforts.
Chaired by Dr. Mamadou Harouna Djingarey, the session gathered political leaders, security officials, and civil society representatives to deliberate on pressing national issues.
Speaking at the closing ceremony held in the former National Assembly chamber, Dr. Djingarey highlighted the achievements of the two-week meeting. “We have reached the end of the work of the first session of the Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR),” he said, reflecting on the progress made.
The session was notable for the participation of distinguished guests, including General Malick DIAW, President of Mali’s National Transitional Council, and Dr. Ousmane BOUGOUMA, President of Burkina Faso’s Transitional Legislative Assembly. Their contributions shed light on legislative processes and regional cooperation within the Alliance of Sahel States (AES).
With Niger’s CCR now operational, all three AES member states boast legislative bodies, opening the path toward the establishment of a Confederal Parliament for the bloc.
Key topics tackled during the session included security concerns presented by the Defense and Security Forces, analyses of political instability by Abdou Moumouni University, and governance reforms led by the High Commission for the Modernization of the State. Traditional leaders from insecure regions also shared firsthand accounts of challenges faced on the ground.
Dr. Djingarey praised the Defense and Security Forces for their “noble and inspiring mission” and urged sustained investment in their training and equipment.
The university highlighted factors fueling insecurity — political instability, inter-community conflict, and economic vulnerability — and recommended urgent food security measures and redeployment of forces to restore stability.
Governance modernization was underscored as vital to national rebuilding, with emphasis on strengthening oversight institutions like the Court of State and Court of Auditors.
The Solidarity Fund for the Safeguarding of the Homeland (FSSP), created after the events of July 26, 2023, also featured, with calls for broader public awareness of its mission.
The CCR’s thematic commissions produced numerous recommendations, which will be formally submitted to President Abdourahamane TIANI, reflecting the council’s commitment to Niger’s sustainable recovery.
Looking ahead, Dr. Djingarey identified urgent priorities for upcoming sessions: national security, social cohesion, justice, land issues, governance, youth and women’s concerns, and the rising cost of living.
He also cautioned residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant to prevent tragedies from natural disasters.
The session concluded with a symbolic family photo, marking unity and shared resolve as Niger pursues its path to refoundation.
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