Title: The consequences of the coup in Niger: an exclusive interview with the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Introduction :
Niger was recently rocked by a coup that overthrew the government of Mohamed Bazoum. In an exclusive interview with France 24, Hassoumi Massoudou, the former foreign minister under Bazoum’s presidency, addressed the current situation and stressed the need for ECOWAS military intervention against the junta. in power. He also gave news of the deposed president, who remains combative despite the difficult conditions of his detention.
I. The urgency of military intervention: a realistic solution
According to Hassoumi Massoudou, the military intervention of ECOWAS is the only realistic solution to counter the junta which took power by force. He believes that the military understands only the language of force and that peaceful negotiations will be in vain. This intervention aims to restore democratic order and guarantee the stability of the country.
II. Demonstrators supporting the junta: fanatical idle youth
The Minister of Foreign Affairs also described the demonstrators supporting the junta as “idle young people” and “fanatics”. He stressed the importance of understanding the social and economic factors that push these young people to join an anti-democratic movement. A more in-depth analysis of these issues is necessary to effectively tackle the roots of the problem.
III. The difficult conditions of detention of Mohamed Bazoum: a combative president
Hassoumi Massoudou also gave news of Mohamed Bazoum, who has been under house arrest with his family since the coup. He highlighted the harsh conditions of their detention, including power cuts and contracting malaria by all family members. Despite this, Bazoum remains combative and refuses to resign, thus demonstrating his determination to defend democracy and restore constitutional order.
Conclusion :
The exclusive interview with Hassoumi Massoudou gives us valuable insight into the current situation in Niger after the coup. It highlights the urgency of a military intervention by ECOWAS to counter the ruling junta and restore democratic order. Furthermore, it highlights the importance of understanding the motivations of young people supporting the junta and the need for a holistic approach to addressing these issues. Despite the difficult conditions of his detention, Mohamed Bazoum remains combative and determined to defend democracy. The situation in Niger therefore remains tense and requires increased international attention to support the return to stability and democracy in the country.