Nigerians protest in Kano against proposed military intervention following Niger Coup

Nigerians protest in Kano against proposed military intervention following Niger Coup | Ikejabird.com

Amidst the aftermath of the recent coup in Niger, Nigerians have taken to the streets in protest, expressing their opposition to the government’s proposed military intervention

Tinubu, the President of ECOWAS, has recently presented his proposal in the Senate to deploy soldiers to Niger, aiming to reclaim the nation from the military faction that seized control. 

Rumors are circulating that Burkina Faso and Mali are considering sending troops to Niger to bolster their defenses against potential threats from Nigeria and ECOWAS.

READ ALSO: Niger coup: Tinubu’s planned military intervention at variance with Nigeria’s constitution? Facts emerge

Nigerians are afraid of war 

 With uncertainty prevailing, Nigeria’s apprehension towards anything war-related is driving them to protest against the government’s potential plans to invade Niger.

We awaits further information from the government as Nigerians are scared of war amidst economic hardship 

Reactions: The tribunal will suffer set back

Nigerians are not smiling at all, let’s have a look at some of the comments: 

@bornstuni:If war eventually happens the case before the tribunal will suffer set back. The technicalities they couldn’t use defending the results at the tribunal is what will  be used by activating the war. Once theres war in Niger the rest na story for justice and mandate

@lyon:This is absurd how can a seating president make decisions without considering the impact on citizens.

@victor: The biggest mistake Tinubu will make will be allow himself be used for a proxy West vs Russia fight in Niger.Was there no ECOWAS when there were coups in Burkina Faso and Mali?

So this is the normal ‘Democray’ government toppling that will leave the region in ruins.

READ ALSO: Fighting a war in the Niger Republic is not necessary: Kalu opposes ECOWAS military intervention in Niger

ECOWAS calls for UN support to restore order in Niger Republic

In another news, The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has asked for help from the United Nations, partner countries, and other organizations to swiftly bring back constitutional order in Niger Republic. 

This request was among the decisions made at a summit in Abuja, Nigeria, regarding the situation in Niger Republic.

This meeting followed a previous one held on July 30th after the military removed and detained Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum on July 26.

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