[UPDATE-Aug 9-23:45Z] Tensions Rise on Nigeria-Niger Border After Ultimatum to Rebels Expires

Tension rise at the Nigeria-Niger border following the Nigerian government-led ECOWAS ultimatum expired

Tensions are becoming increasingly clear on the border between Nigeria and Niger following the expiration last midnight of the ultimatum issued by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to the rebels who seized power in Niger on July 26. The participants in the ECOWAS summit on July 30 demanded the restoration of civilian rule in Niger within a week and the return of power to ousted President Mohamed Bazoum.

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[UPDATE-Aug 9-23:45Z] United Nations Official Statement