Chadian president holds emergency meeting after deadly incidents
Mahamat noted that the recent security incidents in Logone Occidental province, Ouaddai province and Salamat province are nothing more than a proven security and administrative failure.
The president criticised government officials for their incompetence, saying the situation was unacceptable.
"It's either you change the situation by properly ensuring the security of Chadians and their property throughout the country, or I will assume my responsibilities by appointing in your place men and women capable of reversing the trend," Mahamat was quoted by the statement as saying.
"The departments of security, territorial administration, and justice must do their job... with complete independence and impartiality," he added. "The disorder must stop."
Intercommunal clashes are common in Chad and are usually caused by disputes over land or political differences.
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