Bazoum Mohamed is a Nigerien politician who became the President of Niger in April 2021. He is a member of the Nigerien Party for Democracy and Socialism and previously served as the Minister of Interior and Minister of Foreign Affairs. His presidency followed the 2020 elections, where he won with a significant majority. During his time in office, Bazoum has focused on issues such as security, economic development, and combating terrorism in the Sahel region. His leadership has been marked by efforts to strengthen democratic institutions and promote stability in Niger, a country facing various challenges, including insurgency and poverty.