Sputnik reported on Saturday that hundreds of thousands of Nigeriens gathered at a large stadium in Niamey in a show of support for the new military junta. 

Protesters have issued a threat to storm the French military base in Niamey.

Today, hundreds of protesters have assembled outside the French military base in Niamey. They have given an ultimatum, stating that unless colonial troops leave Niger within a week, they intend to carry… pic.twitter.com/hKZd2J6kh1

— Zlatti71 (@djuric_zlatko) August 26, 2023

A large crowd of supporters at the Seini Kunche stadium, the country's national and largest stadium, was seen cheering and chanting slogans in support of the junta.

Military officers who were present at the rally were seen delivering speeches on a stage to communicate their support for the Nigerien people. 

A large-scale action took place in the capital of Niger in support of the military who came to power. Army generals also took part in it. pic.twitter.com/B9JG9XtRgx

— Dagny Taggart (@DagnyTaggart963) August 26, 2023

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Earlier in the day, the Association of Municipalities of Niger (AMN) and the Association of Regions of Niger (ARENI) which represent 262 territorial entities said in a joint statement that they declare their support for the junta-led transition.  

In their declaration, they said they give their "firm support of the actions announced by the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland for a successful transition."  

The document was co-signed by AMN President Abdou Ouhou Dodo and ARENI President Anacko Mohamed.

Both expressed their condemnation of the sanctions unfairly imposed on Niger by ECOWAS. 

According to them, the sanctions have exacerbated the already existing security and poverty issues that have been plaguing the country.

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