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ECOWAS Takes Unprecedented Stance: Military Force on the Table for Niger’s Constitutional Restoration

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
August 10, 2023
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ECOWAS Takes Unprecedented Stance: Military Force on the Table for Niger’s Constitutional Restoration
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In a decisive move echoing across the West African region, the ECOWAS bloc, comprising nations of the area, declared on Thursday that it is withholding no potential action, even the deployment of military force, in its pursuit to reinstate constitutional normalcy in Niger. This declaration follows the disturbing backdrop of a recent coup on July 26th, triggering concerns over the country’s governance stability. Emerging from a summit attended by the region’s heads of state convened in Abuja, Nigeria, the ECOWAS consortium collectively affirmed its resolve to impose punitive measures such as sanctions and travel restrictions on those obstructing the return of duly elected President Mohamed Bazoum to his legitimate seat of power.

Resounding and controversial statements from the ECOWAS Chair, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu, rang out at the summit’s conclusion. Tinubu affirmed that no alternative was disregarded, and the application of force was kept in the reserve as an ultimate recourse. His words underscored the unwavering dedication of the regional alliance to assist Niger in recalibrating its course towards harmonious democratic equilibrium.

The tense atmosphere was further highlighted by the general sentiment expressed by President Tinubu, advocating for concerted collaborative efforts to attain a peaceful resolution, thereby charting a course back to stability and democratic governance for Niger. His hopeful note, “All is not lost yet,” resonated amidst the backdrop of uncertainties.

Upon President Tinubu’s address, an official communiqué was disseminated, outlining a series of resolutions. Among them, the call for ECOWAS’ defense leadership to immediately activate the standby force, ECOWAS Standby Force, in its entirety. Additionally, a call was made for deploying this standby force with the primary mission of reinstating constitutional order in Niger, although an immediate second resolution echoed the intent of pursuing such reinstatement through peaceful avenues.

The junta controlling Niamey, the capital of Niger, had challenged the ECOWAS directive by choosing not to vacate their position by the August 6th deadline, even going as far as shutting down the country’s airspace while proclaiming their commitment to defend against external aggression.

Anticipating such resistance, ECOWAS defense officials had, in the preceding week, outlined possible strategies for a military intervention within Niger. These strategies were scrutinized by the heads of state during the summit, though the final communique did not disclose specifics regarding the circumstances or timing that might precipitate a military deployment.

In the midst of regional tensions and a nation teetering on the edge of political turmoil, the ECOWAS summit’s bold decisions, including the potential use of military might, cast a controversial shadow over its pursuit of reinstating stability and democratic governance in Niger.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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