Explore Our ResearchPublicationsRUSI NewsbriefRUSI Newsbriefmembers onlyWest Africa’s Brexit Moment Could Fuel Regional TurmoilAdekeye Adebajo16 February 2024clock5 Minute ReadA region on edge: supporters of Niger's ruling junta gather for a protest against foreign interference in August 2023. Image: Associated Press / AlamyPlease wait while we verify your account can view this article.keywordsTopicsGlobal SecurityRegions and Country GroupsSub-Saharan AfricaThe SahelWest AfricaWRITTEN BYAdekeye AdebajoView profileShare this pagefacebooktwitterlinkedinemailMedia EnquiriesJack BellMedia Relations Manager+44 (0)7917 373 069JackB@rusi.orgFootnotes