In a decisive move, West Africa’s principal regional coalition announced on Friday that it has established a concealed “D-Day” for a prospective military intervention in Niger, should diplomatic endeavours falter. The regional organisation affirmed that it will not engage in unending discussions with the intransigent junta, underscoring its commitment to restoring democratic order. This declaration Read More…
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Crucial talks in Ghana as West African military chiefs confront Niger
Accra, the vibrant heart of Ghana, has become the backdrop for pivotal discussions as West African military chiefs convene for a second day of deliberations. Against the backdrop of a potential military intervention in Niger, these talks underscore the region’s resolve to address the aftermath of a recent coup. The resilience of regional forces stands Read More…
Mali’s Military Leader Discusses Niger Situation with Putin
Mali’s military commander, Assimi Goita, announced on Tuesday that he had a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the ongoing situation in Niger. Last month, a junta took control through a coup. Goita shared on the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) that Putin emphasized the importance of achieving a peaceful Read More…
Niger Coup Leaders Open to Diplomacy Amid Standoff with Regional Bloc, Say Islamic Scholars
A delegation of senior Nigerian Islamic scholars announced on Sunday that coup leaders in Niger are receptive to diplomatic efforts to resolve the current standoff with West Africa’s regional bloc. This development follows a meeting with the junta in Niamey. The visit comes as the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) considers various options, Read More…
When the American hawk decides to devour the Nigerien chick
The threat of the mighty United States of America, USA, on Tuesday, August 7, 2023, to invade the little Niger Republic is not for its love of democracy, Nigeriens, or Africans. It is basically in the nature of hawks to circle the sky looking for prey, especially chicks. There were American and French troops in Read More…
West Africa’s ECOWAS threatens to invade Niger junta
West Africa’s regional bloc, ECOWAS, has threatened to invade Niger if the junta that took power in July does not step down. The bloc, which includes Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast, said it would deploy its standby force to restore constitutional order in Niger. The junta, which seized power on July 26, has defied an Read More…
Abdulsalami Abubakar and Lamido Sanusi meet with Niger junta
On Wednesday, representatives of Niger’s military junta engaged in discussions with two Nigerian envoys, former Nigerian Head of State, General Abdulsalami Abubakar, and former Emir of Kano, Khalifa Sanusi II (Lamido Sanusi Lamido), offering a glimmer of hope for dialogue before a summit with regional leaders. This summit could potentially lead to decisive actions to Read More…
US Diplomat Confronts Niger Junta Amid Tense Political Standoff
Victoria Nuland, a senior U.S. diplomat, engaged in discussions with key figures of the military junta in Niger, as confirmed by the U.S. State Department on Monday. Nuland, who currently serves as the acting deputy secretary of state, embarked on a journey to Niamey for consultations with General Moussa Salaou Barmou, the newly appointed chief Read More…
ECOWAS Holds onto Hopes of Mediating Niger Coup Ahead of Summit
In the midst of escalating tension, West African nations and global powers are fervently grasping at the prospect of mediation with the leadership of Niger’s coup before a pivotal summit on Thursday, which could potentially pave the way for military intervention to reinstate democratic order. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has orchestrated Read More…
Why Nigeria Cannot Afford to Invade Niger Republic: Assessing the Crisis in Niger and Its Implications for Regional Stability
The recent coup in Niger Republic has sent shockwaves through the West African region, raising concerns about stability and the potential for armed conflicts. The implications of this coup go beyond Niger’s borders, as the country’s strategic importance, uranium, and oil resources make it a key player in the eyes of global powers such as Read More…