Former Nigerian Senator Shehu Sani has shed light on the factors contributing to the resurgence of military takeovers in Africa, particularly within the West African sub-region.

Sani highlighted the recurrence of coups in countries like Guinea, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger, attributing their re-emergence to a series of underlying conditions.

He emphasized rigged elections, disregard for the rule of law, and constitutional violations as reasons why democracy is eroding in Africa.

Another reason he gave revolved around inconsistencies in addressing constitutional manipulations by leaders. He highlighted instances where leaders extended their mandates or alte

His analysis underscores the urgency of cohesive strategies, regional accountability, and proactive efforts to safeguard democracy in West Africa and across the continent.