'Asserting its Sovereignty'- Shehu Sani reacts as French Ambassador finally leaves Niger Republic

A former federal lawmaker, Shehu Sani, said Sylvain Itte, French ambassador to the Niger Republic leaving the landlocked West African country is an historic event.

Sani stated this via his verified X handle @ShehuSani on Wednesday, September 27.

He said it is historical because the Niger Republic which is categorised as poor displayed its sovereignty and independence over its colonial master, France.

The former Kaduna senator, however, said there will be tough days ahead, but he believes the people of Niger Republic are determined to overcome the challenges.

“The French Ambassador to Niger has finally left and French troops are on their way out. This is a historic event. A country that is categorised as poor and dependent on aid is now asserting its sovereignty and independence. There will be tough days ahead, but I believe they are determined to overcome.”