Are bad elections fuelling Niger-type violent takeovers?
Protesters hold placards denouncing Economic Community of West African States during a demonstration on independence day in Niamey on August 3, 2023. PHOTO | AFP
The Nigerien coup this past week jolted leaders in the 15-member Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas), who have threatened sanctions, called for dialogue and asked for a reversal of illegal takeovers.
But whether any of the moves influence the coup leaders in Niamey is generating debate on just why coups like those of Niger are becoming popular even among civilians.
