In a startling revelation, on Sunday, Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani, the leader of the coup plotters in Niger Republic, has made a concerning statement that has sent shockwaves through the nation and the international community.
According to Gen. Tchiani, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is set to declare war on their group within a week.
This declaration comes in response to the recent coup attempt that has heightened tensions in the region.
ECOWAS, a regional organisation committed to promoting peace and stability in West Africa, has been closely monitoring the situation in Niger and has expressed its strong condemnation of the attempted overthrow of the government.
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In an apparent move to boost their position, Gen. Tchiani revealed that they were expecting to receive heavy weapons from their Russian allies.
This revelation adds a new layer of complexity to the crisis, potentially escalating the conflict and further straining diplomatic efforts to resolve the situation peacefully.
Moreover, Gen. Tchiani issued a stern warning to those individuals who might be collaborating with ECOWAS or the government they attempted to overthrow, declaring them as ‘enemies’.
This raises concerns about potential internal divisions and the risk of further violence within the country.