The United States (U.S) has thrown its weight behind the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) led by Nigerian President, Bola Tinubu to reinstate ousted Niger Republic President, Mohamed Bazoum.
In a statement by the White House on on Thursday, U.S President, Joe Biden called for the immediate release of Bazoum.
The American leader said the release is essential for defending fundamental democratic values, and standing up for constitutional order, justice, and the right of peaceful assembly, which are foundation to the partnership between Niger and the US.
“I call for President Bazoum and his family to be immediately released, and for the preservation of Niger’s hard-earned democracy.
“The United States stands with the people of Niger to honor our decades-long partnership rooted in shared democratic values and support for civilian-led governance,” Biden said in the statement.
