Western governments have demonized the coup in Niger and threatened intervention, but polls show that 78% of Nigeriens support the military government's anti...

AI summary

West Africa is at the forefront of geopolitical tensions marked by military coups and the rise of nationalist governments challenging neocolonial practices, particularly those of France. These governments seek to control their rich resources like gold and uranium for economic growth and national sovereignty, angering Western powers advocating neocolonialism. The expulsion of French soldiers from Mali and Niger, both pivotal in Western military operations, underscores the regions' significance. Despite Western claims of authoritarianism, nationalist governments enjoy strong popular support, resisting intervention and forging alliances with Russia and China. The West exaggerates Russian influence while projecting their neocolonialism. Geopolitical conflicts manifest the struggle for autonomy in West Africa.

  • AssortedBiscuits [they/them]
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    11 months ago

    This outlet claims that 'The poll was conducted among highly educated male citizens, 62% of whom were residents of the capital.'

    Translation: Even when we had a sample where people were more likely to be compradors with cushy jobs at the capital or people trained in Western institutions, the overwhelmingly majority of people support the coup.