The President of Chad’s Parliament, Ali Kolotou Tchaïmi, inaugurated the ordinary session of the legislative body in N’Djamena, delivering a speech that underscored national resilience, security imperatives, and institutional reforms. The address, delivered with solemnity, called for unity, collective responsibility, and the strengthening of the rule of law across the country.

At the outset, Ali Kolotou Tchaïmi paid tribute to the fallen soldiers of the Chadian Armed Forces, who perished in recent clashes with Boko Haram militants in the Lac province. The President described the moment as a “particularly harrowing period for our nation,” honoring their sacrifices in defending Chad’s territorial integrity.

He also commemorated Haoua Outman Djame, a dedicated parliamentarian who passed away on March 26, 2026, praising her unwavering commitment to public service and republican values. A moment of silence was observed to honor victims of terrorist and intercommunal violence that have recently devastated communities.

The legislative agenda for this session centers on two pivotal issues: revising the Parliament’s internal regulations to align with the revised Constitution of December 17, 2023, and evaluating a request to extend the state of emergency in the Lac province.

Regarding the latter, the President recalled that the government declared a state of emergency on May 7, 2026, initially set to last 21 days due to lingering terrorist threats. The executive now seeks a 45-day extension to bolster security operations and protect civilians in the region.

The speech also celebrated Chad’s growing diplomatic influence on the African stage. Ali Kolotou Tchaïmi highlighted the appointment of Senator Mariam Mahamat Nour as Vice President of the Economic Community of Central African States (CEEAC) and the election of Deputy Djidda Mamar Mahamat to the third vice-presidency of the Pan-African Parliament.

He firmly rejected allegations from the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights regarding alleged misconduct by Chadian security forces in incidents involving fishermen in the Lac province. Labeling the accusations as “a distorted and inaccurate portrayal of events,” he reaffirmed the Parliament’s full support for President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno and the military’s counterterrorism efforts.

Addressing intercommunal clashes in the Dar Tama department of the Wadi Fira province, the President urged dialogue, reconciliation, and peaceful coexistence to prevent further escalation.

Ali Kolotou Tchaïmi emphasized the historic duty of lawmakers to confront Chad’s pressing challenges, urging parliamentarians to work tirelessly toward building “a stable, secure, united, and prosperous Chad.” With these remarks, the ordinary session of the National Parliament of the Republic of Chad was officially declared open.