U.N. Official: Niger's Post-Coup Junta Wants Return To Democracy -- CNN(CNN) -- The junta leading Niger following last week's coup and suspension of the constitution is working to return the country to democratic rule, a United Nations official said Sunday.
"The political party is very keen to return power to civilians and transition to an all-inclusive democracy," U.N. Special Representative for West Africa Said Djinnit told CNN. "This transition began with the occurrence of the coup and the expiration of the constitution and implementation of a new constitution."
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More News On The Aftermath Of The Coup In Niger
Niger Junta Gives Assurances on Democracy Plans -- New York Times
Niger coup leaders promise fresh elections -- BBC
Niger soldiers promise elections -- Al Jazeera
Niger junta pledges new constitution -- AFP
Niger junta promises new constitution -- Xinhuanet
Regional Diplomats in Niger Following Coup -- Voice of America