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Niger junta says it has ‘necessary elements’ to prosecute ousted president for high treason

The junta that seized power in Niger last month said on Sunday it had the "necessary elements" to prosecute ousted President Mohamed Bazoum for high treason.

Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum was toppled during a military coup on July 26. A court ruled on Friday he and his family were arbitrarily detained and called for a return to democratic rule through his reinstatement. File photo.
Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum was toppled during a military coup on July 26. A court ruled on Friday he and his family were arbitrarily detained and called for a return to democratic rule through his reinstatement. File photo. (REUTERS/Joe Penney)

The junta that seized power in Niger late last month said late on Sunday it had the "necessary elements" to prosecute ousted President Mohamed Bazoum for high treason.

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