Index to Nigerian Newspapers

The Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will meet in Abuja to discuss the situation following the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum issued to the Niger Republic's military junta. The closure of Niger's airspace was cited for security reasons, including a planned invasion by a foreign power. The junta received support from Nigerians and fellow military leaders in Mali and Burkina Faso. Air France has suspended flight service to Mali and Burkina Faso, and flights to Nigeria from Europe and the US may be affected by longer hours. The closure of Niger's airspace has added to African airspace disruptions, including Libya and Sudan. The US government has suspended aids for Niger pending President Mohamed Bazoum's reinstatement.