Mamadou Tandja

ModernPoliticianNiger1938 — ?

Nigerien president overthrown over term extensions.

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Quick Facts

Born

1938

Country

Niger

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)41

Political (20%)44

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)64

Strategy (15%)40

Total Score46.0

Mamadou Tandja — Complete Timeline

1999 AD

Elected President of NigerPolitical Action◆ Major

Mamadou Tandja was elected president of Niger in elections that followed the assassination of Ibrahim Bare Mainassara. His election marked a return to civilian rule and was seen as a positive step for democracy.

ElectionDemocracyCivilian Rule

Impact: nationalconstructive

2009 AD

Attempted to Extend Presidential TermPolitical Action

President Tandja dissolved parliament and the constitutional court to push through a referendum allowing him to extend his term limit. This move was widely condemned as a power grab and triggered a political crisis.

Term LimitConstitutional CrisisPower Grab

Impact: nationaldestructive

2010 AD

Overthrown in Military CoupPolitical Action

Mamadou Tandja was overthrown in a military coup led by Squadron Leader Salou Djibo. The coup was a direct response to Tandja's attempt to extend his rule, and the junta promised to restore democracy.

CoupEnd of RegimeDemocracy Restoration

Impact: nationaldestructive