Posted 1/30/2024, 7:52:37 AM
Nigeria Stands With ECOWAS Despite Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso Withdrawing Over Perceived Threats and Interests
- Tinubu's government expresses readiness to still engage with Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso despite their withdrawal from ECOWAS
- The 3 countries withdrew citing perceived threats to member states and interests not being guaranteed
- They have joined an "alliance of Sahel states" and hardened positions in recent months
- Nigeria stands with ECOWAS, emphasizing due process and commitments to protect citizens' rights
- ECOWAS says it has not formally received withdrawal notices from the 3 countries and will seek a negotiated solution