General Abdourahamane Tiani, the head of Niger's junta, has reshuffled 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 prompting Niger to recalibrate its strategic ties with Algeria. The changes signal a shift in Niger's military leadership and foreign relations. The appointment follows 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 happens as regional dynamics shift. Tiani's government is rethinking its foreign policy. Algeria remains a key partner, though links are under review. Observers describe this as a turning point.