His family reports a lack of information about his whereabouts since his unsuccessful attempt to escape detention on October 19Niger Junta Holds Firm, Denies Release of Former Leader Mohamed Bazoum and Lift of Sanctions
Niger junta refuses ECOWAS offer to free Bazoum for sanctions relief Read More »
In a major legal blow to Niger’s military junta, West Africa’s top court has refused to recognize its legitimacy and rejected its plea to lift sanctions.
West African court rules against Niger military leaders appeal Read More »
An altercation between the national guard and the presidential guard’s special forces erupted on Thursday night in the capital city of Bissau
West African bloc strongly condemns violence in Guinea-Bissau Read More »
Leaders of West African bloc should consider humanitarian, political situation in Niger, Nigerian Senate chief says
ECOWAS parliament pushes for removal of sanctions on Niger Read More »
The progression towards democracy in Mali and Burkina Faso has encountered obstacles, while the junta in Niger has rejected ECOWAS demands for an immediate reinstatement of constitutional order
France backs W. African bloc’s democracy restoration efforts in region Read More »
In a statement broadcast on state television overnight, the junta reiterated its demand for the withdrawal of French troops from its territory
Niger says France is preparing for a possible military intervention Read More »
Reports ‘supposedly carried by’ French news agency are false, should be treated as ‘fake news’.
ECOWAS denies reports of suggesting 9-month transition for Niger Read More »
Niger orders troops to go on ‘maximum alert’
Niger order troops to be on maximum alert Read More »
ECOWAS has been trying to negotiate with the coup leaders but warned it is ready to send troops into Niger.
Niger allows Mali, Burkina Faso troops to enter its territory Read More »
Niger call for 3-year transition ‘unacceptable’ – W.Africa bloc
ECOWAS says Niger’s 3-year transition appeal ‘unacceptable’ Read More »
