Niger army prepares to repel possible military intervention

CNN reports that the Niger army has begun moving reinforcements to the capital Niamey, preparing to repel a possible intervention from member countries of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

Earlier, ECOWAS issued an ultimatum to the rebels in Niger, demanding the return to power of ousted President Mohamed Bazum.

Now a military convoy of about 40 pickups has already arrived in Niamey.

According to the publication RFI., 25 thousand soldiers will be trained for the invasion of Niger. More than half will be provided by Nigeria, Senegal, Benin and Côte d’Ivoire will also participate