“ AU’s Peace & Security Council meets to receive an update on the evolution of the situation in Niger and the efforts to address it.”
“We think that even though it is an unfair challenge that has been imposed on us, we should be able to overcome it. And we will overcome it,” said Mr Zeine.
Mr Bazoum’s fate remains in the hands of his nemesis, his presidential guards-turned-coupists, who overthrew his government on July 26.
Mr Obi described the recent political developments in Niger as “a matter of dire and urgent national interest and security to Nigeria.”
Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine, the Prime Minister of Niger, who disclosed this, said Mr Tchiani has expressed readiness to dialogue with the regional bloc.
Mr Ajaero said equally of significance is the unintended possibility of turning Niger into a fertile territory for proxy wars.
The coalition applauded ECOWAS for its firm stance in support of democracy and the need to restore constitutional order in Niger.
Some members who were against military intervention highlighted the economic woes that the people of Niger could experience if invaded.
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Mr Sani expressed this thought in an interview with newsmen in Abuja.
The day-long session would see the 115-member parliament considering the emerging effects following the unconstitutional change of government by the Niger junta.
