President Tinubu Asks Senate For Approval Invade Niger Over Military Coup

The president demanded a comprehensive blockade of the country's sea and airlines Following the military coup, in a letter delivered in plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

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By Adoga Stephen - Editor-In-Chief August 4, 2023

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President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria is seeking support for Nigeria’s military intervention in Niger.

The president demanded a comprehensive blockade of the country’s sea and airlines Following the military coup, in a letter delivered in plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

Recall that the military deposed Niger Republic’s democratically elected government a few weeks ago.

Based on the ECOWAS resolution, it also seized the assets of all politically exposed and senior members of the Niger government in the nation.

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