Nigeria TV Info — Macron Reappoints Sébastien Lecornu as French Prime Minister, Ending Political Uncertainty

Paris, France — In a surprising political turnaround, French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister, just four days after his resignation, temporarily ending a week of political uncertainty that had left France’s government in limbo.

The Élysée Palace confirmed Lecornu’s return late Friday night, following intensive crisis talks between Macron and party leaders — notably excluding representatives from the far-right and far-left factions.

Lecornu’s comeback surprised many observers, especially after he had publicly ruled out a return earlier this week. “I am not chasing the job, my mission is over,” he stated on national television just two days before his reappointment.

Despite this, Macron’s office emphasized that the 39-year-old political ally had been tasked with forming a new government and given “carte blanche” to make key appointments and policy decisions.

In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), Lecornu confirmed his acceptance of the role, saying he was taking on the challenge “out of duty” and pledging to serve “the Republic and all French citizens.”

Political analysts suggest Macron’s decision to reinstate Lecornu reflects the president’s efforts to stabilize a fragmented political landscape amid parliamentary tensions and rising public discontent.