Ghanaian-Romanian artist, Wanlove the Kubulor, has warned the Ghanaian Armed Forces (GAF) that will be sent as part of the ECOWAS army to deal with the coup in Niger, not to endanger their lives in this endeavor.
Wanlov’s viewpoint, expressed in a video that has received support from celebrities like Sarkodie, is motivated by his anxiety about the danger that the Ghanaian Armed Forces may encounter, if they were to take part in a fight in Niger.
Captioning his thoughts in a video shared on Instagram, he stated, “Niger got rid of their Akufu Addo without a single life lost and now you are going there to put their main problem back in power for France and America against the will of the people of Niger to keep exploiting them anyhow…don’t risk your life or kill your own people for these corrupt people oh! i dey beg…Vim.”
The “African Gypsy” singer believes that rushing into military action without taking into account the bigger dynamics at play could be harmful, especially if it entails Africans battling one another.
Moreover, Wanlov also made reference to the fact that France, the nations former colonial master, continues to have a large impact and is attempting to regain power by using the ECOWAS troops, thereby sustaining cycles of exploitation and manipulation.
“Chale what’s up, this is Kubolor. I get a message to the Ghana Army. I beg you guys waa make you no risk your lives and go fight fellow black people in Niger because you will be fighting for Macron.”
Wanlov the Kubolor
In the video, Wanlov emphasized the deceitful methods historically used by European invaders, such as France, to take advantage of people of color. He argued that Africans should not be divided against one another, as a result of the continued exploitation of Africa and its people by outside interests.
Also, Wanlov’s appeal discussed the complexities of international relations and the difficulties that post-colonial African countries face. Further acknowledging the alleged corruption within the Niger government, he highlighted the need to comprehend the bigger picture before making any harsh decisions.
“The fact say the leaders for Niger are corrupt, that’s why the people decided to overthrow their leader. And so, going to fight in Niger will rather be encouraging bad leadership and manipulation by the whites.”
Wanlov the Kubolor
The recent coup in Niger, which resulted in the removal of the country’s democratically elected leader, has drawn attention to the continued meddling in African affairs of former colonial powers.
Niger Coup Leader Promises To Handover Power In Three Years
The leader of the Niger coup has pledged to restore civilian control to the West African country in three years.
Gen. Abdourahamane Tchiani made the declaration after meeting with mediators from ECOWAS in the nation’s capital, Niamey.
If negotiations break down, Ecowas has vowed to use military force to restore President Mohamed Bazoum to power. However, the leader of the junta declared that Niger would defend itself against any outside involvement but did not seek a war. “If an attack were to be undertaken against us, it will not be the walk in the park like some people seem to think,” he warned.
Gen. Tchiani also criticized the “illegal and inhumane” sanctions that ECOWAS has placed on the landlocked nation. This has included power cuts that have caused blackouts in Niamey and other major cities, as well as the obstruction of necessary imports. “Sanctions are not conceived with the aim of finding a solution but to bring us to our knees and humiliate us,” Gen Tchiani said.
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