The European Union (EU) announced it is recalling its ambassador from Niger following accusations of mishandling humanitarian aid.
Niger’s ruling junta alleged that a €1.3 million fund intended for flood victims was distributed non-transparently among several international NGOs.
The junta claimed the aid distribution was conducted without proper collaboration with local authorities and ordered an audit into the fund’s management.
In a statement on Saturday, the EU External Action Service (EEAS) rejected the allegations, calling them baseless and unjustified.
“The European Union expresses its profound disagreement with the claims and has decided to recall its ambassador for consultations in Brussels,” the EEAS stated.
The incident underscores tensions between Niger’s military rulers and international actors following a coup in 2023 that ousted the civilian government.
Niger remains in political turmoil, with strained relations between the junta and foreign governments, especially over governance and humanitarian issues.
This diplomatic row raises concerns about future aid projects and international partnerships in the flood-stricken West African nation.
