ECOWAS Military Ready for Potential Intervention in Niger – Defense Chiefs

The Defense Chiefs of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have announced a tentative date for a potential military intervention to restore civilian rule in Niger Republic if diplomatic efforts prove unsuccessful.

ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Abdel-Fatau Musah, revealed this development on Friday following a two-day meeting of West African military leaders in Accra, Ghana. The exact date was not disclosed.

The decision to consider military intervention comes after the removal and detention of President Mohamed Bazoum by military officials, raising concerns about the state of democracy in Niger. ECOWAS has been actively seeking diplomatic solutions, but the activation of a “standby force” for military action is seen as a last resort.

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During the meeting in Accra, all member states except Cape Verde and those under military rule reached a consensus on the activation of the standby force. This force is intended to serve as a contingency plan for the reinstatement of democracy in Niger.

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Abdel-Fatau Musah emphasized the readiness of ECOWAS to proceed with military action if necessary. He stated, “We are fully prepared to proceed once the command is issued. The designated day for action has also been determined, and we have already reached an agreement and refined the necessary intervention plans.”

The situation in Niger has raised concerns about the stability of democracy in the region, and ECOWAS is determined to ensure that the principles of democratic governance are upheld.

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