Mohamed Bazoum

ModernPoliticianNiger1960 — ?

Nigerien president deposed in 2023 coup.

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Quick Facts

Born

1960

Country

Niger

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)47

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)35

Leadership (15%)42

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score41.9

Mohamed Bazoum — Complete Timeline

2021 AD

Elected President of NigerPolitical Action◆ Major

Mohamed Bazoum was elected president of Niger in a peaceful transfer of power, succeeding Mahamadou Issoufou. His election was seen as a milestone for democracy in a region plagued by coups.

ElectionDemocratic TransitionPeaceful Transfer

Impact: nationalconstructive

2023 AD

Deposed in Coup d'ÉtatPolitical Action

President Mohamed Bazoum was deposed by members of his own presidential guard on July 26, 2023. The coup was led by General Abdourahamane Tchiani, who cited insecurity and economic challenges as justifications.

CoupEnd of DemocracyPolitical Crisis

Impact: nationaldestructive

Detained by Coup LeadersOther◆ Major

Following the coup, Mohamed Bazoum was detained in his presidential palace along with his family. International calls for his release, including from ECOWAS and the UN, were ignored by the new military junta.

DetentionHuman RightsInternational Crisis

Impact: nationaltragic