Chad officials seek harmony after security minister’s remarks

A high-level meeting in N’Djamena has paved the way for reconciliation between Chad’s judiciary and the Ministry of Public Security and Immigration. The gathering, held at the Ministry of Justice on May 27, 2026, brought together key figures including Justice Minister Ndolenodji Alixe Naimbaye and Security Minister Ali Ahmat Aghabache.

Dialogue takes center stage in resolving institutional disputes

The Justice Minister emphasized the critical role of open communication between state institutions to uphold stability. In response, the Security Minister clarified that his earlier comments—delivered during a public land-use discussion—had been misrepresented through manipulated video clips. He stressed that his remarks were never intended to undermine the judiciary and expressed regret over the miscommunication.

Judicial independence remains a priority

Union representatives voiced concerns, arguing that the minister’s statements risked compromising the judiciary’s autonomy. While acknowledging the government’s apology, they called for unambiguous clarifications regarding certain wording that could fuel further confusion.

The Security Minister acknowledged that his choice of language may have contributed to misunderstandings and committed to issuing a formal apology with precise wording. The First President of Chad’s Supreme Court reiterated the importance of institutional dialogue to maintain public trust in the justice system.

All parties agreed to refine the apology letter, addressing areas of ambiguity, and to release a joint statement outlining the reconciliation process. The session concluded with a mutual commitment to restoring professional harmony between the judiciary and security agencies.