Nigeria Denies Niger’s Allegations Gen. Tchiani Accuses Nigeria of Collaborating with France ECOWAS Comes to Nigeria’s defense Nigeria has dismissed allegations by Niger’s military leader, Brigadier General Abdourahmane Tchiani, accusing the country of colluding with France to destabilize Niger’s junta-led government. The accusations were made during a Christmas Day interview in which Gen. Tchiani claimed … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Niger coup rulers have demanded, that the United Nations (UN) coordinator, Louise Aubin, in the country, leave. Editor’s Pick France Begins Troops Withdrawal From Niger France Reacts As Coup Leaders Direct Ambassador To Leave Niger Coup: Don’t Declare War Against Niger To Please US, France, LP Rep Member Warns Tinubu … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that France has started to withdraw its troops from its bases in former colony, Niger. Editor’s Pick Tinubu Snubs Niger Coup Leader’s Attempts For Direct Talks Niger Coup Leaders Form Alliance With Burkina Faso, Mali Against ECOWAS Niger Coup Leaders Deny Expelling Nigerian, Germany Ambassadors According to reports filed, authorities in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rejected overtures by the head of the military junta Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani, to have direct access and discussion with him. This came amidst renewed efforts to resolve the crisis in the West African country. According to an online platform, Empowered Newswire, diplomatic sources … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States military has resumed operations in Niger, flying drones and other aircraft out of airbases in the country more than a month after a coup halted activities, the head of Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa said. Since the July coup that removed President Mohamed Bazoum, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United States of America has commenced a major military movement in Niger Republic. This news medium gathered that the Headquarters, United States Department of Defence has started repositioning some troops and equipment within Niger. The US will also withdraw a small number of non-essential personnel “out of an abundance … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that despite the US suspension of intelligence and reconnaissance missions in Niger since the July 26, coup, it still sustains its military mark in Niger. Editor’s Pick ‘I Know Peter Obi Never Won The Presidential Election’ – Wike Spills Sudan Crisis Is A Reminiscent Of The 2004 Genocide – US Envoy … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Africa is home to some of the longest-serving leaders in the world. This article lists the top 10 longest-serving African leaders, both elected and monarchs. The list is based on the length of time each leader has been in power, as of March 8, 2023. EDITOR’S PICKS Tinubu To Leave … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai has said he lost valuable moments when he was involved in public affairs. Speaking via Twitter on Tuesday morning, the former governor encourage the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to avoid war with the Niger Republic, insisting that the relationship between … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the leader of the military coup in the Niger Republic, General Abdourahamane Tchiani on Saturday said the army will hand over power to the civilian government within the next three years. Tchiani and other presidential guards took over power democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum in July. It would be recalled … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the delegation of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has met with the military junta in Niger Republic. The delegation, led by former Nigerian military head of state, Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar (rtd), met with Nigerien Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine who received them at the airport. The meeting … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that amidst the unfolding Niger coup crisis, Russia has issued a stern caution against any potential military intervention by regional bloc Ecowas, warning of a “protracted confrontation” and the destabilization of the entire Sahel region. Although Russia does not officially endorse the coup, the situation has drawn attention from the US, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the United Nations (UN) has condemned the deplorable conditions the detained Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum and his family are subjected. In a statement on Wednesday, the UN Secretary General, Antonio Guterres, said it is concerned about the living conditions and safety of Bazoum and his family and called for his … Read more