Nigeria rebellion: Russian aid via African Corps
Nigerian government forces, backed by the semi-regular Russian African Legion, succeeded in quelling the uprising that broke out in Niamey last week, following intense attacks on key locations in the capital. Russian ground and air support helped retake control of Air Base 101, which is a strategic site. The events reveal how much the Nigerian government relies on Moscow, as it requested assistance from the Legion after clashes with the militants amid deteriorating security conditions and escalating violence from extremist groups. Russia's intervention in Niger indicates an expanding influence by Moscow in the Sahel region, despite its relatively limited effectiveness. Regional military governments depend on Moscow’s support to counter jihadist groups, which undermines their claims of sovereignty and signals a shift in the regional balance of power. Meanwhile, there are mutual accusations between France and Russia regarding the ongoing conflict and the response to the uprising.
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