Top Stories

ECOWAS backs Nigeria over Niger Republic’s terrorism allegation

The Economic of West African States (ECOWAS) has thrown its weight behind Nigeria and other member states accused by Niger Republic of sponsoring terrorist attacks in the country.

Niger Republic had accused Nigeria and other ECOWAS members of colluding with France to destabilise the country.

The Federal Government of Nigeria, on Thursday, December 26, 2024, denied the allegations.

However, ECOWAS, in a statement on Thursday, described the allegations as “unfounded”.

It stated: “The Commission of the Economic and West African Staes (ECOWAS) expresses deep concern over allegations being made against Nigeria and other ECOWAS member states.

“The Commission stands firmly by Nigeria and ECOWAS member states against allegations that they are sponsoring terrorism.

FG: No plans to sponsor terrorist attacks in Niger Republic

“For years, Nigeria has supported peace and security of several countries not only in the West African subregion but also on the African continent.

“The recent successes recorded by the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF), which Nigeria leads, demonstrate the country’s commitment to peace and security across the region.

“ECOWAS, therefore, refutes any suggestion that such a generous and magnanimous country would become a state-sponsor of terrorism.”

The commission also urged all states in the region to promote dialogue and stability and refrain from making accusations that are not supported by any evidence.

The Star

Segun Ojo

Recent Posts

Ondo police arrest 4 officers in viral stop-and-search video, begin probe

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four officers captured in a viral social media…

3 hours ago

CUSTECH expels two students over same-sex conduct, rusticates four

The management of Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH), Osara, has expelled two students…

4 hours ago

LeBron James to join Philadelphia 76ers for 24th NBA season

LeBron James has announced his intention to join the Philadelphia 76ers for the final chapter…

5 hours ago

Supreme Court upholds Oyebanji’s APC nomination, dismisses appeal

The Supreme Court has affirmed the nomination of Ekiti State Governor Abiodun Oyebanji as the…

5 hours ago

Court sentences man to death for murdering pregnant woman

A Kano State High Court has sentenced Shuaibu Abdulkadir to death by hanging after finding…

6 hours ago

Troops arrest 5 kidnappers, recover arms in Yobe raid

The troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with the Yobe State Hunters Group, have…

7 hours ago

This website uses cookies.