Britain condemns attempts to undermine democracy in Niger

(Reuters) – Britain on Sunday said it condemns attempts to undermine democracy, peace and stability in Niger and said the country stands by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in their efforts to restore stability Niger, according to a statement from the UK government.

“The UK is a committed partner of Niger’s democratically elected government and calls for President Bazoum to be immediately reinstated to restore constitutional order,” the statement added.

(Reporting by Urvi Dugar in Bengaluru; Editing by Lisa Shumaker)