Military leaders from Burkina, Mali and Niger have accomplished something remarkable

Ibrahim Traore, Assimi Goita, and Abdourahamane Tchiani of Niger are three prominent figures within the pan-Africanist movement, who have emerged as inheritors of the ideology in contemporary Africa. Their ideologies have been influenced by the works of some of the greatest African thinkers, including Kwame Nkrumah, Amilcar Cabral, Marcus Garvey, Franz Fanon, Cheikh Anta Diop, Theophile Obenga, and many others. These leaders are deeply committed to the idea that African nations must prioritize the establishment of African sovereignty if they are to achieve prosperity and success. They believe that the African people must unite and work together to reclaim their rights, identities, and dignity, which have been systematically oppressed and undermined by colonialism and neocolonialism. Their vision of Africa’s destiny is centered on the restoration of dignity, self-determination, and unity, as they seek to build a brighter and more prosperous future for all Africans. The creation of the Alliance of Sahel States on September 16, 2023, marks a significant turning point in African geopolitics. Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have taken a bold step towards rebuilding the interaction in West Africa, based on revolutionary and internal political processes within their countries. The legitimacy of the three leaders is not derived from external sources but is the outcome of an endogenous movement of their people. The people of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have fought relentlessly against corrupt regimes, neocolonialism, and terrorism. This resistance process of the West African people has permeated the armies, and patriotic, revolutionary, and pan-Africanist forces have emerged simultaneously across all segments of these African societies. The emergence of this Alliance is the result of a powerful and assertive move towards a brighter future for West Africa. The Alliance is resolutely committed to establishing a new geopolitical structure in West Africa that is based on three inviolable principles. First and foremost, it firmly believes in sovereignty, which is the cornerstone of any nation’s right to self-governance. To achieve this, it is imperative that the decision-makers of each country are adequately protected in their positions. This will enable them to make decisions that are in the best interest of their people without any external interference. The second principle is the freedom of choice of strategic partners among the world’s powers. It is an unassailable right of every country to choose their strategic partners based on their national interests. No external influence should be allowed to interfere with this fundamental right. The third principle is the defense of African peoples’ vital interests. The Alliance is unequivocally committed to protecting the interests of African people and ensuring that their basic needs and rights are always met. It is imperative to note that sovereignty is impossible without accountability. Therefore, the leaders of each country must be answerable to their people, who are the only sovereign. They must be held accountable for their actions and decisions and work tirelessly towards fulfilling the needs and aspirations of their ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Let’s come together in reasonable dialogue to honour our ancestors and reclaim the world through an African lens. Join me as we delve into African history, culture, and worldview to better understand their relevance to our lives today. By sharing our thoughts and knowledge, we can pave the way for a new culture of awareness and reclaim our story. As the African Diaspora saying goes, “I am because we are, and we are because I am.“ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ✅COPYRIGHT DISCLAIMER Teens Republic doesn’t fully own some of the materials compiled in its videos. It belongs to people or organizations who ought to be respected. If used, it falls under the following provisions: Copyright disclaimer section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976. “Fair use“ is allowed for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarships, and research. ✅ If you are the owner of the materials used in this video, contact us, and we will follow your request immediately: info Brandonontita@ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ✅COMMENTING POLICY Keep your comments and posts appropriate, helpful, and relevant. Any offensive, disrespectful, harmful, threatening, vulgar, obscene, or inappropriate content will be removed immediately. Spamming, vandalizing, promoting, and advertising are also not allowed. While we encourage free speech and open discussion, attacking or harassing other users is not tolerated. Repeat violators of this policy will be reported and may face a ban. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ #blackhistory #publicspeaking #africanews