UNGA: ‘Coups Are Wrong’ – Tinubu Seeks Support For Return Of Democracy To Niger

President Bola Tinubu is seeking support from world leaders to restore democracy to Niger Republic.

Gatekeepers News reports that the military seized power in Niger some months ago and is yet to bow to pressure from within and outside the continent.

While regional leaders including Tinubu have been working for the restoration of democracy, the Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)  wants more partners in doing so.

While addressing UN General Assembly in New York, Tinubu said, “Regarding Niger, we are negotiating with the military leaders. As Chairman of ECOWAS, I seek to help re-establish democratic governance in a manner that addresses the political and economic challenges confronting that nation, including the violent extremists who seek to foment instability in our region.

“I extend a hand of friendship to all who genuinely support this mission.”

He reaffirmed that democracy is the best way to guarantee a better society.

The Nigerian President said “we must affirm democratic governance as the best guarantor of the sovereign will and well-being of the people. Military coups are wrong, as is any tilted civilian political arrangement that perpetuates injustice.

“The wave crossing parts of Africa does not demonstrate favour towards coups. It is a demand for solutions to perennial problems.”