Turkey: Erdoğan puts Niger at the top of 'friend and brother' countries in Africa

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan received Niger's President General Abdourahamane Tiani on June 4, 2026 in Ankara. During this working and friendship visit, Erdoğan designated Niger as the top 'friend and brother' country in Africa. Several bilateral agreements were signed, covering defense, intelligence, diplomacy, education, and trade. General Tiani highlighted the role of Turkish defense vehicles in stabilizing Niger against terrorism.