General Seyni Kountché was a military leader and politician from Niger. He came to power in 1974 after leading a coup d'état that overthrew the civilian government. Kountché served as the head of state and implemented various reforms aimed at stabilizing the country and promoting economic development. During his rule, Kountché focused on strengthening the military and maintaining control over the political landscape. He was known for his authoritarian style of governance and ruled until his death in 1987. His leadership left a significant impact on Niger's political history and shaped the country's future.