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ECOWAS defence chiefs agree ‘D-day’ for Niger military intervention

Most of ECOWAS's 15 member states are prepared to contribute to the joint force [Francis Kokoroko/Reuters]

West Africa’s main bloc has agreed on a “D-day” for possible military intervention to restore democracy in Niger after generals toppled and detained President Mohamed Bazoum last month.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) agreed on Friday to activate a standby force as a last resort if diplomatic efforts fail, a senior official said without disclosing when that is.

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