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Niger junta names squadron chief as its leader

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A junta that seized power in a coup in the West African nation of Niger named a squadron chief as its leader Friday, hours after soldiers announced on state TV that their group was in charge of the uranium-rich country.

 

In a statement, the junta calling itself the Supreme Council for the Restoration of Democracy said it was being led by Salou Djibo. (AP)

 

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