The Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, has cautioned President Bola Tinubu against any military intervention in the Niger Republic.
CAN said military intervention between Nigeria and Nigerien might result in regional hostility.
Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the President of CAN, said Tinubu’s diplomatic approach of sending former military Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar and the Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar III, to dialogue with the coup leaders in the Niger Republic.
Okoh said: CAN fully recognize the gravity of the situation in Niger and the importance of upholding democratic principles, peace, and stability within the West African region. The peaceful resolution of conflicts is vital for the progress and well-being of our nations and our people.
“We applaud President Ahmed Tinubu for adopting a diplomatic approach in addressing the crisis by sending a high-level delegation, led by the eminent statesman General Abdulsalam Abubakar, to engage with the Nigerien authorities. This diplomatic overture demonstrates President Tinubu’s commitment to peaceful dialogue and his belief in the power of constructive engagement to foster understanding and resolve conflicts”.