President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given approval for the return of Islamic leaders (Ulamas) to Niger Republic for another dialogue with the coup leaders
After a meeting with the top clerics which is led by popular Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi on Thursday, President Tinubu took the decisive measure in his capacity as the chairman of the Economic Community of West African states (ECOWAS) to delegate some Islamic leaders for a dialogue in the Republic of Niger. This bold steps comes after two weeks from the previous dialogue which was led by General Abdourahamne Tiani.
In response to this delegation, the President stressed that he is the main player at the forefront of any peaceful resolution of crisis. In his words, President Tinubu said;
"I am managing a very serious situation. If you take ECOWAS aside, other people will react, those who are outside of our control. I am the one holding those sides back. I am the one holding back ECOWAS,".
While addressing the urgency of the situation, the President added;
"Even as at this morning, I have been inundated with phone calls on the readiness of countries with their military force and contributions. However, I told them to wait. I am meeting with the Ulamas and I will get back to you.”
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President Tinubu told the Islamic delegation that the military junta must be held responsible for putting the entire people of Niger Republic in jeopardy.
"They cannot use the gun given to them to protect the sovereignty of the country and turn it against the people of the country,".
President Tinubu also pledged that ECOWAS will remain steadfast in its commitment to engage with all stakeholders and seek a peaceful resolution.
In his words he said;
"I will draw a line in the sand and ask you to make arrangements to go back to Niger Republic".
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