Index to Nigerian Newspapers

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Niger Republic military junta are facing a standoff due to economic pressures and threats of military action. Junta leader General Abdourahamane Tchiani has rejected peace efforts and rebuffed talks by delegations. The junta received a warning to reinstate President Bazoum or face military action. However, Tchiani reconsidered his position and met with Nigeria's Intervention Team, agreeing to intensify dialogue in resolving the political crisis. The Nigerian Armed Forces (AFN) has criticized false reports of a coup request, and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged against military action against the junta, arguing that the disadvantages outweigh the benefits.