In response to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s request to deploy troops to Niger Republic following the recent military coup, the Nigerian Senate has firmly expressed its opposition. The senators, gathered in a closed-door session, have voiced their strong reservations against any form of military intervention or use of force against the Nigerien government.
Furthermore, the Senate has rejected President Tinubu’s proposal to cut off electricity supplies to Niger Republic. Senators present in the session emphasized their concerns regarding the potential negative consequences of such actions, both in terms of escalating the situation in Niger Republic and causing harm to innocent citizens.
The senators highlighted their apprehensions that military intervention might exacerbate the existing unrest in Niger Republic and potentially lead to further violence. They stressed the importance of seeking diplomatic and peaceful solutions to address the crisis, in line with the principles of regional stability and cooperation.
The rejection of President Tinubu’s proposal to cut off electricity supplies also reflects the senators’ consideration for the welfare of ordinary Nigerien citizens who may be adversely affected by such measures. The senators emphasized that punishing innocent civilians for the actions of a few would not contribute to resolving the crisis or promoting stability in the region.
While details of the closed-door session are not fully disclosed, a reliable source provided an update on the Senate’s stance against military intervention and electricity cutoff.
