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Niger Coup vs ECOWAS: President Tinubu gets fresh warning
President Bola Tinubu has again been warned against the use of force in sending out the coup plotters who overthrew democratic government in Niger Republic.
Coup d’état: List of ECOWAS’ sanctions against Niger Republic
ECOWAS has announced eight sanctions against the Niger Republic after coup plotters took over power from the democratically elected Ptresident, Mohamed Bazoum.
Niger Coup: Mali, Burkina Faso dare Tinubu, ECOWAS over military intervention threat
Chairman of ECOWAS, President Bola Tinubu, has been dared by the military juntas in Mali and Burkina Faso over their support for Niger's military strongman.
Mali, Burkina Faso send strong warning to France, others over alleged planned military intervention in Niger
In a move believed a tactical way to protect the recent regime change in Niger, Mali’s military Junta has said they stand to support the coup leaders in Niamey.
Breaking: France begins evacuation of citizens from Niger Republic
France has commenced evacuation of its citizens and other European nationals from Niger Republic following attacks on its embassy and the closure of airspace.
ECOWAS considers military intervention in Niger to restore Bezoum
The Nigerien military headed by General Abdourahamane Tchiani has been issued a seven-day ultimatum to reinstate ousted President Muhammed Bazoum into office.
General Tchiani: 5 facts you should know about Niger Republic's coup mastermind
Nigeriens are now under the leadership of a military junta, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, who overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum over his corrupt activities.
"Shocked by latest turn of events: Buhari expresses concern over ousted Nigerien president’s safety
Muhammadu Buhari has expressed concerned about the safety of ousted Nigerien president Mohamed Bazoum after the military took over power through a dramatic coup
Breaking: Tension rises in Niger Republic as Abdourahmane Tchiani declares himself new leader
Gen. Abdourahmane Tchiani on Friday, July 28, declared himself the new leader of Niger after a coup two days earlier. The situation is tense in the country.
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