Niger’s military junta has reportedly reached out to the Russian mercenary group Wagner for assistance as the deadline approaches for the release of the country’s ousted president, according to a journalist and analyst. The request was made during a visit by coup leader Gen. Salifou Mody to neighboring Mali, where he made contact with someone from Wagner. This development comes as the regional bloc, known as ECOWAS, has set a deadline for the junta to release and reinstate the democratically elected President Mohamed Bazoum, who has described himself as a hostage. Defense chiefs from ECOWAS member states have finalized an intervention plan and urged militaries to prepare resources. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s Senate has advised exploring alternative options to restore democracy in Niger. The junta has warned against military intervention, vowing not to become “a new Libya.” However, concerns have been raised about Wagner’s involvement, as the group has been accused of human rights abuses in Mali. The international community is closely monitoring the situation, especially given the strategic importance of Niger in countering the region’s growing jihadi threat.
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