The Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has stated its opposition to the sanctions imposed on Niger by ECOWAS following the coup in the country.

“…it is well known that such kinds of economic sanctions are counter-productive and eventually end in futility,” the NSCIA stated in a statement by its Deputy Secretary-General, Salisu Shehu.

The NSCIA, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Abubakar, also stated its opposition to using force to dislodge the putschists who ousted President Mohamed Bazoum from office last month.

PREMIUM TIMES reported how ECOWAS imposed sanctions on Niger following the coup. The sanctions include the closure of air and land borders, freezing Niger’s accounts in ECOWAS central banks, and so on.

In its statement, NSCIA acknowledged that the coup leaders were defiant in their stance but called for dialogue in dealing with them.

The NSCIA is the most influential Islamic organisation in Nigeria where millions of Muslims consider the Sultan as their leader.

PREMIUM TIMES reported how the Sultan was appointed as a member of a three-person team to negotiate with the coup leaders. The team was, however, humiliated by the putschists.

These trial-and-error reforms are having significant repercussions, particularly in northern Nigeria. The negative consequences of his policies, such as fuel subsidy removal, currency devaluation, and school fee increment, have created a wave of discontent in the region with dire socioeconomic challenges.

 Since the inauguration, the North has been at the receiving end of Tinubu’s experimental policies. The discontent is exacerbated by reforms that disproportionately impact the northern states, leading to a growing sense of alienation and mistrust.

The ongoing stand-off with Niger adds another layer of complexity to the situation. The sentiment that resonates with many affected areas is that he views the North as outcasts and expendable in his broader political strategy and the declaration of war with Niger fuels this debate.

 His indifference toward the northern states cannot be more obvious. If left unchecked, the consequences will be catastrophic for West Africa, not only for Nigeria. It will consume us all.One cannot deny that Tinubu has already poked the hornet’s nest with his declaration.

Since the establishment of the Sokoto Caliphate in the early 1800s, the relationship between Nigeria and Niger Republic has been characterised by peace and civility. The two nations have managed to avoid significant conflict despite being colonised by different European powers; France, Germany and England.

However, the current situation represents a stark departure from this historical harmony, marking the first time that relations with Niger have deteriorated to such an extent.

APC2:
The north is speaking. Tinubu better listen....

Racoon:
Tinubu is looking for every means to legitimate his illegitimacy.

fuckingAyaya:
When I told you guy's month back that Tinubu will continue making mistakes till he's booted out of office y'all thought I was joking, if you steal the people's mandate both heaven and earth will fight you 🙏🏾

OkpaNsukkaisBae:
Fully supported. Ebola shld mind his business.

raskymonojendor:
NOI says hello

Racoon:
Niger Coup: Nigeria’s top Islamic council opposes sanctions, military intervention

https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/615364-niger-coup-nigerias-top-islamic-council-opposes-sanctions-military-intervention.html

Racoon:
Niger Coup: Nigeria’s top Islamic council opposes sanctions, military intervention

https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/615364-niger-coup-nigerias-top-islamic-council-opposes-sanctions-military-intervention.html

Agbadocassava:


Every Igbo wants military coup in Nigeria nd they forget that the leaders of such coup will still be either Hausa/Fulani or Yoruba. You guys are at the bottom when it comes to leadership in Nigeria even SS has upper hand than you guys…