The delegation sent by President Bola Ahmed to Niger Republic with a mandate to expeditiously resolve the current political impasse in the country is currently in negotiations with the Gen. Tchiani-led military junta. The delegation is led by former Nigerian military head of state Abdulsalami Abubakar who, according to the statement, left Abuja for Niamey…
Following the seven-day ultimatum issued by ECOWAS to the military junta in Niger to release and return detained President Bazoum to power, the Chiefs of Defence Staff of member-states of the organisation have commenced a crucial meeting at the Defence headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, with Nigeria’s Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa chairing…
Multiple reports out of Niger say The recent border closure by ECOWAS has created multiple crises in Niger Republic. Several sources report that the sanctions have created serious obstacles in the fight against terrorism. This puts both Niger and its neighbours in danger, “because the resources necessary to maintain an effective military presence are now…
The protest by the Organised Labour against the “anti-people” policies of the President Bola Tinubu administration is getting intense as protesters, on Wednesday, morning broke down the first gate of the National Assembly (NASS) complex and forced their way into the premises, reports Channels TV. The Organised Labour including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade…
Niger Coup Leaders Appoints new Governors for the 8 regions. This was announced on National television by Col. Maj. Amadou Abdramane, a member of the Conseil National pour la sauvegarde de la patrie (CNSP), or National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland, in English. The appointees for each region are; Agadez – Brigade General…
Authorities in Sierra Leone say some senior military officers “working to undermine peace and tranquillity of the state” have been arrested. According to a statement released by the Sierra Leone Police, several senior military officers were arrested and detained and “are assisting the Police with investigations”. This is coming after political disputes following the conclusion…
In a move considered a clear declaration of support for the recent regime change in Niger, Mali’s military Junta announced on Monday that they stand to support the coup leaders in Niamey in the event of a military intervention by ECOWAS, thereby expanding further the scope of a likely military confrontation in the Sahel. In a…
In a live national broadcast to the nation, Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has spoken about his plans to revive the country’s economy and the various initiatives that his government has established to improve the lives of Nigerians. In the broadcast, the president also gave reasons for the removal of the fuel subsidy scheme that…
Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS on Sunday July 30, in Abuja called for the immediate release and reinstatement of President Mohamed Bazoum as the legitimate Head of State and Government of the Republic of Niger. They also warned that, In the event, ECOWAS’ demands are not met within one week, they would “take…
Following the coup in Niger Republic that has removed the elected political leadership in the West African country, the Chairman of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, President Bola Tinubu will host a special meeting of the regional leaders on Sunday, July 30th in Abuja. The Special Adviser to the President on Special…
