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Niger’s transitional authorities challenged the modalities and management of humanitarian aid provided by the EU Delegation to the victims of severe flooding in the country. This disagreement marks a further deterioration in relations between Europe and Sahelian military juntas
The European Union (EU) has recalled its ambassador from Niamey, Niger’s capital. It is reportedly for consultations in Brussels following tensions with the country’s transitional authorities regarding EU humanitarian aid for flood victims in the West African nation.
Niger’s transitional authorities challenged the modalities and management of humanitarian aid provided by the EU Delegation to the victims of severe flooding in the country. This disagreement marks a further deterioration in relations between Europe and Sahelian military juntas.
Recently, Niger’s transitional government criticized the EU for allocating €1.3 million in humanitarian aid without prior consultation. A government statement accused the EU ambassador of unilaterally redistributing these funds to NGOs. It allegedly ignored transparency principles and bypassed collaboration with Niger’s authorities. An audit of the fund’s management was requested.
The EU spokesperson expressed profound disagreement with Niger’s allegations, viewing them as a direct challenge to the EU’s management of its humanitarian support. Consequently, the EU decided to recall its ambassador.
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The EU statement said that it has consistently emphasized its commitment to supporting the population. Humanitarian aid is vital, provided in a neutral, impartial, and independent manner, and implemented through UN agencies, international organizations, and NGOs. It also added that there was no justification for politicizing humanitarian aid for political purposes.
