UN Secretary General condemned coup attempt to Niger

UN Secretary General Antoniu Guterres “most decisively condemns any attempts to seize power by force and undermine democratic management, peace and stability in Niger.” This is stated in the press service of the head of the World Organization.

According to the statement, Guterrysh called on all parties to “show restraint and ensure the protection of the constitutional order.”

“The United Nations supports the government and the people of Niger,” the statement said.

According to local media, the Niger Presidential Guard blocked the head of state Mohamed Bazum in his residence.