Chad: Buhari Seeks International Support for Peaceful Transition in Chad

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Chad: Buhari Seeks International Support for Peaceful Transition in Chad

[Premium Times] "The need to support the Chadian government to effectively carry out its planned 18-month transition is sacrosanct," Mr Buhari said.

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