ECOWAS Faces Uncertainty and Challenges in Niger's Political Crisis

The military coup in Niger and the subsequent response from the regional bloc ECOWAS have created uncertainty and challenges. While ECOWAS condemned the coup and threatened military intervention if the ousted president was not restored, the coup leaders have not complied and have instead further consolidated their power. The likelihood of war is still uncertain, with Nigeria playing a pivotal role in determining the outcome. There is support and opposition to intervention from various countries within the region. The situation remains fluid, and negotiations and diplomatic efforts continue.