General Abdourahamane Tiani, the country's military ruler, has carried out a shake-up of the army high command. He picked Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou as chief of staff, replacing Moussa Salaou Barmou. The army also boosted security in Zinder city. According to reports Sahel region events are pushing Niger to rethink its strategic ties with Algeria. The latest steps 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 comes as regional dynamics shift. Tiani's government is reviewing its foreign policy. Algeria remains a key partner, yet relations are being reassessed. Observers see this as a turning point.