ECOWAS condemns planned treason charges against Niger President Bazoum

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed its shock at recent attempts to bring charges of high treason against Niger President Mohamed Bazoum.

In a press statement, ECOWAS strongly condemned the move, labeling it as a provocative act that contradicts the reported intentions of the military authorities in Niger to restore constitutional order through peaceful means.

ECOWAS further expressed its concern that this step could escalate tensions within the nation.

The statement read, “ECOWAS has learnt with stupefaction attempts to bring charges of high treason against H.E. Mohamed BAZOUM, President of the Republic of Niger.

“ECOWAS condemns this move as it represents yet another form of provocation and contradicts the reported willingness of the military authorities in the Republic of Niger to restore constitutional order through peaceful means.

“President BAZOUM remains the democratically-elected President of the Republic of Niger recognized by ECOWAS and the international community.

“ECOWAS condemns his illegal detention and calls for his immediate release and reinstatement.”