Tinubu: You Will Not Only Fight Niger, You'll Fight Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso And Chad – Usman Bugaje
Usman Bugaje, a former Political Adviser in the Presidency and a former member of the House of Representatives, has issued a warning against entering into a military conflict with the Niger military junta. He emphasized that such a move could lead to a broader escalation involving neighboring countries, including Burkina Faso, Mali, and Guinea, all of which are currently governed by military regimes.
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During an interview on AIT, Dr. Bugaje shared his perspective that initiating hostilities with the Niger military junta could have wider repercussions within the region. He highlighted the increasing popularity of the coup d’état across West Africa, underscoring the need to consider the potential participation of other nations.
He remarked, “The coup has garnered significant support in West Africa. This means that a confrontation wouldn’t just involve the Niger military junta, but also Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso, and Chad. Nigeria, being a major player in the region, would have a substantial impact in such a conflict. Nonetheless, Nigeria is currently grappling with internal challenges—ranging from the ongoing Boko Haram conflict, to banditry in the North West, economic instability, inflation, and fluctuating exchange rates. Given these circumstances, instigating a war would be ill-advised.”
Dr. Bugaje further emphasized that Nigeria should exercise caution when considering military intervention, especially considering the historical contributions that Niger has made to Nigeria. He suggested that diplomatic and peaceful solutions should be pursued, rather than opting for warfare during a period of intricate challenges both domestically and regionally.
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