59K views · 985 reactions | What's the latest from Niger? ➡️ The African Union has suspended Niger and told members to avoid any action that might legitimise the junta. ➡️ ECOWAS has rejected a proposal by the junta to hold elections within three years. ➡️ ECOWAS says it is ready to send in troops. https://bbc.in/3E8OgF4 | BBC News Africa | Facebook

#Niger was previously a bastion of democracy in #WestAfrica - but it’s now in crisis following a coup. The man responsible for protecting the country’s president, Mohamed #Bazoum, has overthrown him - and there could be wide-ranging security implications. Sky News’ Africa correspondent Yousra Elbagir looks at why the #NigerCoup has support among many in the country. 🔗 Tap the link in our bio to listen to the Daily podcast. #AfricanNews #AfricaNews #news #coup | Sky News