The development followed an emergency meeting by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
The OIC chief denounced any attempt to seize power by force and demanded the immediate release of the president.
“There are some important pieces in here. First, President Bazoum is still president. He has not resigned.”
We are monitoring the situation closely and are in communication with the U.S. Embassy in Niamey.
The award is said to be in appreciation of the governor’s contribution to building relationship between Nigeria and Niger Republic.
Summit will deliberate on the Islamic State and Boko Haram terrorists and the threats they pose to the countries and the Lake Chad environment.
Numerous armed groups are active in Niger and neighbouring Sahel countries.
