By Uzair Adam Imam
Shehu Sani, the former Kaduna State lawmaker, has condemned the military coup in the Niger Republic.
Sani stated this Thursday on Twitter, adding that “military rule can not be the solution.”
The coup took place on Wednesday when members of the Presidential Guard detained President Mohamed Bazoum.
He added that although he understood the disappointment and the political clash, the military coup could not be the alternative.
Sani stated, “Military rule must be totally rejected and resisted in West Africa. Our democracy is not perfect, and there is no perfect democracy anywhere. Military rule is not the solution.
“I’m surprised to read comments on social media, it appears that many young people are now in support of it.
“I understand the disappointment and the frustration with the political class. It’s still better we continue to struggle to make our democracy better until we get it right,” Sani added.