Idriiss Déby

Idriss Déby was a Chadian military leader and politician who served as the President of Chad from 1990 until his death in April 2021. He came to power after leading a rebellion that overthrew the previous president, Hissène Habré. Déby was known for his strong leadership style and for navigating Chad's complex political and security landscape, which included ongoing conflicts with rebels and neighboring countries. His government was often criticized for human rights abuses. Déby was killed during clashes with rebel forces while fighting to maintain his country's stability amidst rising unrest.