The Nigerian government has strongly denied allegations of collaborating with France to destabilize its northern neighbor, Niger Republic.
In an official statement, the Federal Government labeled the rumors as baseless and reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the West African region. The government emphasized its longstanding policy of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries.
These allegations surfaced following speculations about a purported secret pact between Nigeria and France to undermine the leadership in Niger. Addressing these claims, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted the deep and historic ties between Nigeria and Niger, stressing the importance of mutual respect and cooperation.
Nigeria remains steadfast in advocating for peaceful dialogue and conflict resolution, particularly in light of the recent political turbulence in Niger. The government reiterated its commitment to working with international partners to foster regional stability.
The Ministry also called on the public and media to refrain from spreading unfounded reports that could damage diplomatic relations. It urged Nigerians to focus on building stronger ties with neighboring countries while promoting peace and development in the region.
Nigeria’s stance remains clear: fostering good neighborly relations and upholding international law are top priorities, and any claims to the contrary are outright false.
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