Niger troopers announce navy coup on nationwide tv
Soldiers in Niger have introduced a navy coup has taken place on nationwide tv.
The group mentioned they’ve dissolved the nation’s structure and closed the borders. Niger President Mohamed Bazoum has been held by troops from the presidential guard since early on Wednesday.
Antony Blinken, the US Secretary of State, has conveyed Washington’s “unwavering support” throughout a name to Mr Bazoum, the BBC understands.
While UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres additionally mentioned he had spoken to the president and supplied the UN’s full help.
Mr Bazoum is seen as a key ally for the West. He opposes Islamist militancy in West Africa.
In the TV announcement on Wednesday Col Maj Amadou Abdramane, with 9 different uniformed troopers behind him, mentioned: “We, the defence and security forces… have decided to put an end to the regime you know.
“This follows the persevering with deterioration of the safety scenario, and poor financial and social governance.”
He said all institutions in the country had been suspended. The heads of ministries will assume day-to-day operations.
He added: “All exterior companions are requested to not intervene,” he went on. “Land and air borders are closed till the scenario has stabilised.”
The soldier additionally introduced there can be a 10pm to 5am curfew till additional discover.
He mentioned the troopers had been performing for the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CLSP).