General Abdourahamane Tiani, the head of Niger's junta, has reorganized the army high command. He picked Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou as chief of staff, in place of Moussa Salaou Barmou. The army also boosted security in Zinder city. Reports indicate 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 is part of a broader command overhaul. Brigadier General Mamane Sani Kiaou now takes charge of the army. Moussa Salaou Barmou was replaced from the post. The move happens as regional dynamics shift. Tiani's government is reviewing its foreign policy. Algeria remains a key partner, though links are being re-evaluated. Observers see this as a turning point.