Coup: Abdulsalami, Sultan of Sokoto in Niger for final talks as Mali, Burkina Faso Deploy Fighter Jets
A delegation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has arrived in Niger for a final attempt at diplomacy with the junta,...
Niger coup: Democracy and lives of most vulnerable at stake, says Human Rights Chief
Nearly half of the population is mired in extreme poverty (living on less than $US2.15 a day), and millions are reliant on humanitarian assistance.
GENEVA,...
Coup: ‘Military takeover in Niger saved Nigeria from imminent disaster’ – Junta
General Abdourahmane Tchiani, leader of the Niger junta, has said the military takeover in his country saved Nigeria from an imminent disaster.
According to Sheik...
Coup: ECOWAS orders immediate standby force against Niger junta
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), has ordered its standby force to restore constitutional order in Niger Republic.
ECOWAS had reportedly resumed deliberations...
Niger coup leaders form new government, names 21 ministers
The military leaders in Niger who seized power in a coup in July have formed a new government, according to a decree read out on national...
