Title: “The visit of the Nigerien putschists to Conakry: a quest for international support”
Introduction :
The political situation in Niger continues to attract the attention of the international community. With putschists under pressure to return power, a delegation from the National Council for the Safeguarding of the Fatherland (CNSP) traveled to Conakry, Guinea, hoping to find support. This visit marks a key milestone in relations between the two countries and raises questions about Guinea’s involvement in the ongoing political crisis in Niger. In this article we will examine the significance of this visit and its potential impact on the evolving political situation in the region.
Strengthening ties between the CNSP and the Guinean junta:
The delegation of Nigerien putschists, led by General Moussa Salao Barmou, was received by the head of the Guinean junta, Colonel Mamadi Doumbouya, during his visit to Conakry. This meeting was an opportunity for both parties to reaffirm their solidarity and mutual support. General Barmou expressed his gratitude to Guinea for its statement of support following the events in Niger. In response, Colonel Doumbouya stressed the importance of helping African people face their problems.
Guinea’s refusal to apply ECOWAS sanctions:
Since the CNSP took power in Niger, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has imposed sanctions on the country. However, Guinea refused to apply these restrictive measures, thus strengthening its support for the Nigerien putschists. Guinea’s position was interpreted as a sign of dissension within ECOWAS, which is committed to promoting democracy and the rule of law in the region. The visit of the Nigerien delegation to Conakry raises questions about Guinea’s position in relation to the political crisis in Niger.
Regional implications:
The political crisis in Niger would not only be an internal affair, but it would have regional repercussions. The visit of Nigerien putschists to Conakry raises concerns about the possible contagion of political instability in the region. Moreover, it also reveals the role that neighboring countries can play in resolving or worsening the crisis. The international community, particularly ECOWAS, is closely monitoring developments and putting pressure on the putschists to hand over power and restore constitutional order.
Conclusion :
The visit of Nigerien putschists to Conakry marks a key stage in the political crisis in Niger and raises questions about Guinea’s role in this conflict. This visit highlights the links between the different political factions in the region and highlights the regional issues of the crisis. It remains to be seen how this situation will evolve and whether international pressure will make it possible to find a peaceful and lasting solution to the political crisis in Niger.