Niger regime pledges to bring Bazoum to trial for 'high treason'

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Also Read: Niger coup: Residents brace for worst as deadline of military action by West African nations arrives Since the day of the coup, Bazoum, along with his son and wife, has been confined within his presidential residence. “Military leaders said they had not taken over Bazoum's residence and that he was still free to communicate with the outside world. Bazoum had received regular visits from his doctor", they said.

A consultation took place on Saturday, according to an adviser to the ousted president. Also Read: Niger crisis: Region needs to ‘accept new regime’ or ’risk war', says activist; Top developments "After this visit, the doctor raised no problems regarding the state of health of the deposed president and members of his family," the military added. The deposed leader has stated that he is being held under the conditions of a "hostage," enduring a lack of electricity and having only rice and pasta available for sustenance.

Furthermore, the military leaders have strongly criticized the "unlawful, inhumane, and degrading sanctions" enforced by the West African regional organization ECOWAS. This group has suspended financial and commercial activities with Niger. The regime in Niger has contended that these sanctions are causing the country to experience shortages in essential supplies like medicines, food, and electricity.