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Ousted Niger President Bazoum Continues to Fight for Justice

Mymoena Davids by Mymoena Davids
September 27, 2023
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Ousted Niger President Bazoum Continues to Fight for Justice
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On Thursday, September 21st, Niger President Mohamed Bazoum, who had been overthrown and subsequently detained since July 26th, turned to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) court, seeking justice and a return to his rightful position.

Bazoum’s detention, orchestrated by members of his presidential guard, has not only disrupted the political equilibrium of Niger but has also raised eyebrows in the international community. Alongside Bazoum, his wife and child have been confined to house arrest by the military junta that took power, marking a stark symbol of the political volatility in the region.

Through a lawsuit filed in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, on September 18th, Bazoum’s legal representative, Seydou Diagne, has drawn attention to the “arbitrary arrest” and the blatant “violation of freedom of movement” that the president has been subjected to. Diagne has demanded that the State of Niger “restore constitutional order” and allow Bazoum to resume his duties until the end of his presidential term.

This political upheaval in Niger is not an isolated incident. The region has been marred by similar disturbances, with Mali and Burkina Faso also grappling with political instability. Recognizing the shared challenges, these nations recently inked the Alliance of Sahel States agreement, a mutual defense pact, signaling their commitment to jointly combat threats from armed groups and potential external aggressions.

ECOWAS, having already slapped sanctions on Niger post-coup, further intensified its stance. The regional body has sounded the alarm, suggesting a potential military intervention if diplomatic channels to reinstate Bazoum prove futile. The message from ECOWAS is unambiguous: a swift return to democratic norms is non-negotiable.

The European Union (EU) has also weighed in on the crisis. Echoing the sentiments of ECOWAS, the EU has called for Bazoum’s immediate and unconditional release. Nabila Massrali, the EU foreign affairs spokesperson, reinforced the EU’s position, declaring, “President Bazoum remains the sole legitimate president of Niger.”

Yet, the military junta remains unyielding. They have vocalized their intent to “prosecute” Bazoum on charges of “high treason and undermining internal and external security.” As Niger finds itself at this political crossroads, the international community remains vigilant, with the impending ECOWAS court decision set to shape the nation’s future trajectory.

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