NIGERIA EXPRESSES DEEP CONCERN OVER SITUATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF NIGER

MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS, ABUJA

PRESS STATEMENT

NO: MFA/PR/2026/220

NIGERIA EXPRESSES DEEP CONCERN OVER SITUATION IN THE
REPUBLIC OF NIGER

The Government of Nigeria views with deep concern the current political

and security situation in the Republic of Niger.

It notes that, as a neighbour with which it shares close historical,
fraternal and cultural bonds, the Federal Government of Nigeria is keenly
desirous to see that peace, security, democracy and development reign
supreme in the country.

In this regard, it notes that a peaceful, secure and stable situation in
Niger will impact positively and directly on Nigeria, the sub-region and
the Sahel.

Any resort to the use of force to settle political differences detracts from
this objective.

It therefore urges the government and people of Niger to work together
towards an inclusive and participatory return to stability and
constitutional order in the interest of the country, regional peace and
stability.

Signed:
Oluwafemi Adeniyi
Spokesperson
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abuja
Sunday, 30 August 2026