TINUBU, THE SAHEL, AND THE TWO COUPS THAT TESTED NIGERIA’S MORAL COMPASS

By Ekundayo Asaju In West Africa—where the borders are porous, cultures interwoven, and destinies tightly linked—Nigeria carries a responsibility that is heavier than many are willing to admit. Our country borders Benin Republic, Niger Republic, Chad, and Cameroon. Each border is a lifeline—and a potential threat. And when instability erupts around us, it seldom stops at the border post. This reality came sharply into focus in July 2023 when a military clique ousted President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger Republic. At the time, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, newly sworn in and…

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