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Chad celebrates 61 years of independence with a military parade

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Chad marks 61 years of independence with a large military parade in N’Djamena in the presence of Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, president of the Transitional Military Council (TMC)since the death of his father Idriss Déby Itno in April. The Chadian army, considered as one of the leading armies in the region, demonstrated its strength by deploying a number of artillery.

The heavy artillery composed of tanks, armored vehicles, long-range guns and other combat vehicles were displayed during this military parade. The army also flew some 20 aircraft, including Russian-made helicopters and attack aircraft.

Dressed as a four-star general, Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno was in the front row of the main gallery, surrounded by the 14 generals

Youssouf Mahamat Yaro, Mayor of the second district of N’Djamena says:

“We have seen a massive turnout of people. You know that the transition is the military, and everyone has come to show their support, a very special endorsement. This shows quite clearly that the CMT (Transitional Military Council) is 200% accepted, I repeat – 200%”

Data source: Africa news

TOA Correspondent

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