UN Secretary-General urges military rebels in Niger to release president

UN Secretary-General António Guterres called on military rebels in Niger to stop their activities undermining democratic principles in the state and release President Mohamed Bazum, Report informs via TASS.

“The Secretary-General strongly condemns the unconstitutional change of power in the country, which was announced on July 26. He is deeply concerned about the detention of President Mohamed Bazum and is concerned about his safety and health. He calls on all those involved in this reprehensible act to release the president immediately and without any conditions,” the UN said.

Besides, Guterres called for an "immediate end to all actions that undermine democratic principles in Niger," as well as to refrain from the use of violence and respect the rule of law.

Earlier, the military rebels of the Republic of Niger announced the removal of Bazuma from the presidency and the closure of the borders.