Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso military rulers announce withdrawal of countries from ECOWAS

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Sahel Nations Announce Immediate Withdrawal from ECOWAS Amid Rising Tensions.

 

The military rulers of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have jointly declared the withdrawal of their countries from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This abrupt decision, revealed in a statement issued on Sunday, is being cited as a “sovereign choice” by the leaders of the three Sahel nations.

 

The strained relationship between the military regimes and ECOWAS dates back to the coups that unfolded in Niger last July, Burkina Faso in 2022, and Mali in 2020. The aftermath of these political upheavals saw all three nations facing suspension from ECOWAS, accompanied by stringent sanctions for Niger and Mali.

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Recently, these nations have solidified their stance, forming an “Alliance of Sahel States.” This move, coupled with the withdrawal from ECOWAS, underscores their dissatisfaction with the regional organization.

 

As tensions escalate, concerns are mounting over the potential spillover of conflicts southward to the Gulf of Guinea states, including Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Ivory Coast. Additionally, the French military’s withdrawal from the Sahel region has intensified worries about the security vacuum in the area.

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The prime minister appointed by Niger’s military regime criticized ECOWAS for “bad faith” on Thursday, following the bloc’s reluctance to engage in a planned meeting in Niamey. Niamey had hoped for a diplomatic dialogue to address differences, but ECOWAS, demonstrating its disapproval of the military coup that ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, responded with severe economic and financial sanctions.

 

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The situation remains fluid, and the international community closely watches the unfolding events in the West African region.

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