Nigeria TV Info — Madagascar’s Military Takes Over After President Rajoelina’s Impeachment, Deepening Political Crisis

Antananarivo, Madagascar — Madagascar’s political turmoil reached a critical point on Tuesday as the military announced it had taken control of the government following the impeachment of President Andry Rajoelina.

Colonel Michael Randrianirina, commander of an elite military unit, declared the takeover outside the presidential palace, saying the move was intended to “respond to the aspirations of the Malagasy people.”

> “We are establishing a national reform mechanism that responds to the aspirations of the Malagasy people,” Randrianirina said.

He further stated that the government structures under the 2010 constitution were being dissolved, describing the measure as essential to restoring democracy, rebuilding public trust, and addressing national instability.

The announcement came just hours after Madagascar’s parliament voted to impeach President Rajoelina, who reportedly fled the country amid widespread protests and internal divisions within the military.

Despite the military’s intervention, Colonel Randrianirina noted that the National Assembly would continue to operate and announced plans to establish a transitional framework — including a joint presidency, an interim government, and judicial reforms to be supervised by the Supreme Constitutional Court.

The crisis has been fueled by weeks of mass demonstrations, largely driven by Gen Z protesters demanding political reform and accountability. Tensions spiked over the weekend when Randrianirina’s elite CAPSAT troops joined the protesters, shifting the balance of power.

Soon after, President Rajoelina accused his opponents of attempting a coup and reportedly went into hiding, leading to Tuesday’s declaration of military control.

The unfolding events mark one of the most significant political shakeups in Madagascar’s recent history, leaving uncertainty over the nation’s democratic future and raising concerns among regional and international observers.