N’Djamena — Deputies of Chad’s National Assembly on February 16, 2026 adopted a bill ratifying Ordinance No. 1 of 2026, which creates the National Information Security and Electronic Accreditation Agency.
A total of 160 lawmakers voted in favour of the text. One voted against it, while two abstained. In all, 163 deputies took part in the vote.
Speaker Ali Kolotou Tchaimi chaired the plenary session.
Minister of Public Security and Immigration Ali Ahmat Aghabache attended the sitting, along with the Secretary General of the National Security System, Ramatou Mahamat Houtouin.
The new agency will oversee national information security and regulate electronic accreditation systems.
Authorities say the reform aims to strengthen digital governance and secure electronic transactions across the country.
Aisha DUWAI Ali
