On September 20, 2026, Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, President of Niger's Conseil Consultatif de la Refondation (CCR), visited Sawani, the rural commune of Sinder in the Tillabéri region. He organized a sensitization session on citizens' mobilization, social cohesion, and cultural preservation. After traveling a long distance on the river, Dr. Djingarey arrived in Sawani, where he was warmly received by a large crowd.
Upon arrival, Dr. Djingarey met with village and hamlet chiefs attached to the commune. Discussions focused on citizens' mobilization, security, social cohesion, and the promotion and preservation of cultural values. The CCR President emphasized the importance of young generations knowing their history and culture, stating that those who do not know their origins are uncertain about their future.
Dr. Djingarey shared the history of the peopling of the Sinder canton, recounting that its descendants left Mali before settling in the area. Some continued their journey to Nigeria. He stressed that this history teaches the importance of preserving unity, which allows for the full enjoyment of sovereignty. The President called on populations to mobilize for the consolidation of national sovereignty.
Dr. Djingarey urged citizens to remain vigilant regarding information that could harm social cohesion and security. He advised against listening to those encouraging war, division, and bad actions, labeling them as lies. According to him, Refondation involves unity and working for the country. General mobilization also involves responsible information circulation.
The CCR President encouraged populations to transmit information that could prevent threats to administrative authorities, traditional chiefs, and imams. He also cautioned against sharing unverified information on social media, which could be prejudicial to the nation. Dr. Djingarey called for prudence when dealing with foreigners in different villages.
Addressing young people, Dr. Djingarey emphasized the importance of learning and preserving their culture. He stated that knowing one's culture allows individuals to understand who they are and what they are doing. This, in turn, enables them to defend their country and be the guardians of their customs and traditions.
The visit by Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey to Sawani highlights the efforts of Niger's authorities to promote national unity and cultural preservation. The President's message emphasizes the role of citizens in consolidating sovereignty and maintaining social cohesion. His call for responsible information circulation and vigilance in the face of potential threats underscores the complexities of governance in Niger.
Key points
- Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey calls for citizens' mobilization and cultural preservation in Niger's Sawani commune.
- The CCR President emphasizes the importance of unity and responsible information circulation.
- Dr. Djingarey's visit to Sawani aims to promote national unity and cultural preservation in Niger.
