The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, sought to allay concerns about the possibility of a military coup in Nigeria during his recent official visit to the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army Headquarters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. … Continue reading Nigeria’s defence chief addresses concerns of military coup
Brice Oligui Nguema, the Gabonese General who orchestrated a coup last week, putting an end to the 55-year reign of the Bongo dynasty, was officially inaugurated as interim president on Monday, as reported by AFP journalists who witnessed the ceremony. … Continue reading Gabonese coup leader takes oath as interim president
The African Union’s Peace and Security Council has announced its decision to “immediately suspend” Gabon in response to the recent military coup that removed President Ali Bongo from power on August 30, 2023. The council, voicing its condemnation of the … Continue reading AU suspends Gabon after military coup
The African Union has taken action in response to the coup in Niger, which occurred on July 26th, urging its member states to refrain from actions that would legitimize the junta’s rule. The African Union also distanced itself from the … Continue reading African Union takes action against Niger after military coup
Mali’s military leader, Assimi Goita, conveyed that Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized the significance of achieving a peaceful solution to the recent coup in Niger during a phone conversation on Tuesday. The junta took control of Niger through a coup … Continue reading Mali junta engages in dialogue with Russia regarding Niger coup
The African Union (AU) has expressed grave concern over the reported dire conditions of Niger President Mohamed Bazoum’s detention, denouncing the treatment by coup leaders as “unacceptable.” The head of the AU Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, stated that subjecting a … Continue reading African Union condemns treatment of Bazoum by Niger coup leaders
Niger’s junta has announced the establishment of a new government, just two weeks after the ousting of democratically-elected President Mohamed Bazoum. The military leaders revealed the development on state television and introduced 21 new ministers. The newly-formed government will be … Continue reading Niger coup leaders establish new government
Pro-Nigerien hackers, known as Anonymous Sudan, recently made an attempt to shut down MTN Nigeria’s network as a protest against Nigeria’s position on the coup in the Republic of Niger. The hacktivist group claimed responsibility for the cyberattack, citing Nigeria’s … Continue reading Coup supporters’ cyberattack MTN Nigeria amid Niger crisis
A massive rally took place in Niamey, Niger’s capital, with hundreds of coup supporters gathering at Independence Square. The rally was organized by a coalition of civil society associations on the occasion of the country’s independence from France in 1960. … Continue reading Mass pro coup rally draws hundreds in Niger’s capital
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Niger Republic military, demanding the release and reinstatement of President Mohammed Bazoum as the legitimate Head of State. … Continue reading Niger coup plotters defy ECOWAS threat, refuse to reinstate Bazoum
Citizens Action for Good Governance (CAGG) has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the international community to impose sanctions on the leaders responsible for the recent military coup in Niger. While condemning the coup, CAGG … Continue reading Group urges ECOWAS and international community to impose sanctions on Niger coup plotters
Niger’s army leadership has declared its support for a coup attempt initiated by soldiers of the presidential guard on the previous day, emphasizing its main objective is to prevent destabilization of the country. The army chief of staff, in an … Continue reading Niger’s army declares support for military coup attempt
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg stated on Monday, June 26, that the failed mutiny by Russia’s Wagner mercenary group over the weekend highlighted the significant strategic mistake made by the Kremlin in waging war on Ukraine. The Wagner fighters, who had … Continue reading Coup attempt exposes Putin’s grave mistake in invading Ukraine – NATO
Former media aide to ex-president Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri, has expressed concern over the recent result coup in the Adamawa State governorship election, warning that it could trigger a military takeover. In a video message shared on his YouTube channel, … Continue reading Reno Omokri: Illegal declaration of results could lead to military coup
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