Three Sahel nations withdraw from ECOWAS regional bloc
Complaining of bloc’s alleged subservience to foreign powers, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger call it quits
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Niger military tribunal grants release of deposed president’s son
Niger’s military tribunal has granted provisional release to Mohamed Bazoum Salem, the 23-year-old son of ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, from house arrest in the capital Niamey.
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Niger reinstates call tax to boost struggling economy
Economic measures adopted in Niger to counter sanctions and boost economy.
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France shutters embassy in Niger amid strained relations
France has closed its embassy in Niger indefinitely, citing obstacles and a blockade.
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Benin removes suspension of transiting goods to Niger
Benin has lifted its suspension of imported goods transiting to Niger through the port of Cotonou
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Niger suspends ties with Francophone organization
The junta emphasized in another statement on Sunday that the duration of their tenure was yet to be determined
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France shuts Niger embassy amid escalating tensions
This development transpires as the final contingent of French troops has departed Niger
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Benin president urges reconciliation with coup-hit neighbors
President Talon urged international partners to clarify their intentions and expectations concerning the affected nations
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West Africa court orders immediate release of deposed Niger president
The court, based in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, decreed Bazoum’s “immediate and unconditional release”
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Niger coup halts repatriation of refugees
Nigerian government will continue to monitor situation in Niamey, says governor of Borno State
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