Following the announcement of the untimely death of H.E. President Idriss Déby of Chad on the 19th of April, the African Union issued a statement on the 20th, expressing its deepest condolences to the family and the people of The Republic of Chad 

 

The late President Déby played a key role in promoting the African Union’s Agenda to promote peace and security and was an ardent supporter of the Union’s efforts to create an environment of security and stability, especially within the Sahel region. 

 

The Union expressed its commitment to stand in solidarity with the Government and People of the Republic of Chad and joined them in mourning the loss of a champion of Africa’s endeavours to provide a peaceful, secure and stable continent. 

 

May his soul rest in peace.