Former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, expressed his commendation for the Northern Senators Forum (NSF) for advising President Bola Tinubu against using Nigerian troops to intervene in Niger Republic.
The Northern Senators cautioned the President about deploying the Nigerian military to restore democratic rule in the neighboring country and stressed the importance of pursuing diplomatic means to resolve the crisis.
Northern Senators Advocate Diplomacy:
The spokesman of the Northern Senators, Suleiman Kawu, conveyed the Forum’s stance in a press briefing in Abuja.
He urged Tinubu to exhaust all diplomatic avenues in addressing the situation in Niger.
The senators emphasized that political and diplomatic measures should be the primary focus in restoring democratic governance in the West African nation.
Concerns about Bordering States:
Recognizing the potential repercussions of deploying Nigerian troops to Niger Republic, the Northern Senators expressed their concern over the impact on seven northern states sharing borders with the neighboring country.
They highlighted the need for a cautious approach to safeguard the security and stability of the region.
Bashir Ahmad’s Commendation:
In response to the Northern Senators’ statement, Bashir Ahmad, a former presidential aide, took to Twitter to applaud their position.
He praised the senators for joining the international community in condemning the coup in Niger Republic and supporting a diplomatic resolution to the crisis.
Ahmad also acknowledged their disapproval of any economic or other sanctions that might be detrimental to both nations.
Conclusion:
The Northern Senators Forum’s call for diplomacy and restraint in dealing with the Niger Republic crisis received accolades from Bashir Ahmad and other stakeholders.
Their proactive approach to promoting peace and democratic governance in the region demonstrates their commitment to finding peaceful solutions to regional challenges.
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