Niger Junta Reveals Willingness For Diplomacy, Laments ECOWAS Ultimatums

The leader of the Niger junta, Abdourahmane Tchiani, has expressed his willingness to engage in diplomatic dialogue to resolve the ongoing political crisis in the country, following a meeting with a delegation of Islamic scholars from Nigeria. CHANNELS reports.InformationGuideNigeria

During an interview held in Niger’s capital, Niamey, Tchiani engaged with the delegation led by Bala Lau, the National Chairman of Jam’atul Izalatu Bida Waikamatu Sunnah.NYSC Portal

The Islamic scholars visited Niger on behalf of Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, who accepted their request to mediate in the crisis.JAMB Portal

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In a statement issued by Lau on Sunday, it was revealed that the discussions revolved around a range of issues, including the demand by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for the reinstatement of democratically elected President Bazoum.

Tchiani expressed his regret that the junta’s perspective had not been heard by ECOWAS before issuing ultimatums and emphasised the coup’s intent to thwart a looming threat to both Niger Republic and Nigeria.

Tchiani asserted, “Our doors are open to explore diplomacy and peace in resolving the matter.”JAMB Result

He acknowledged the coup’s purpose and apologised for not according proper attention to the delegation previously sent by President Tinubu. He cited ECOWAS’ ultimatum as a contributing factor to the tensions.

When questioned about the junta’s stance on dialogue, Niger’s prime minister, Ali Mahamane Lamine Zeine, appointed by the junta, stated, “Yes, for sure.