Following the coup d’état in Niger, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed its strong disapproval of this undemocratic action. It announced the convening of an extraordinary summit on Sunday, July 29, 2023, to discuss the country’s political situation and find solutions to restore constitutional order.
Niger was shaken by a surprising coup d’état that saw military forces take control of the government. In an immediate response to this destabilizing act, ECOWAS expressed its categorical condemnation, emphasizing its firm commitment to preserving democracy and the rule of law in the region.
For the West African organization, the seizure of power by force is unacceptable and goes against the fundamental principles of ECOWAS. It called for an immediate return to constitutional order and the reinstatement of the democratically elected government.
The extraordinary summit scheduled for Sunday will bring together the leaders of ECOWAS member states to discuss the implications of the coup d’état in Niger and consider concrete measures to restore political stability in the country. The situation is closely monitored by the international community, which hopes for a swift return to normalcy in the interest of regional peace and security.
