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03-07-2025
- Politics
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Call On All Africans To Condemn Israel's Destabilisation Plan In The Sahel Region Of Africa
Today the relative peace and political stability in the Sahel region have come under serious threat made by the current Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu. The Israeli Prime Minister in a video that has gone viral through the social media unveiled his plan to destabilize the African continent. Mr. Netanyahu intimated the international public that his next stop would be the liberation of the African continent, after completing his mission in the Middle East. One cannot understand what really the Israeli leader would want to liberate in Africa, but his intention should not be seen as an isolated incident, though there will be vociferous denials from the Judases who are willing to rally behind the Zionist Prime Minister to export terror on the African soil. There is just a possible link and which undoubtedly we all know who are behind this wicked, criminal, neo-fascist plan. Credible sources have intimated the Sahel Solidarity Campaign Network (SaS-CaN) about a clandestine and well-coordinated plan to invade the Sahel states of Mali, Burkina Faso and the Republic of Niger, and the intention to assassinate the AES leaders and destabilise the region. This seditious intention is not new, it is only the recruitment of new actors and actresses to do the neo-colonial bidding in the Sahel states. The intention to destabilise the AES is clear right from the word go. The pertinent questions here are: is the Israeli Prime Minister presenting himself as a tool being manipulated and used by the enemies of Africa or whether he is acting on the instructions from the real architects who are hell-bent on destabilizing the Sahel region? Who will benefit if they succeed in killing the leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso and the Republic of Niger, because touching means touching everyone, including both the leaders and their citizens? Is the Israeli Prime Minister planning to punish Africans in the Sahel for their governments not backing recent Israeli aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran? What is the motive behind the Israeli Prime Minister attempt, ostensibly to scare Africans about liberation, while in actual fact the plan is to meddle in the internal matters of the Sahel with the ill-intention to assassinate the leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso and the Republic of Niger? Has Netanyahu's Israel degenerated into a terrorist state that is being used by the enemies of Africa to carry out political biddings in the Sahel region? It is clear that Netanyahu's seditious exercise is to wreck Africa hundred years backward. We call on all African people and their organisations to immediately condemn this evil plan which, if implemented, could be tantamount to waging an undeclared war of genocide against Black people on the planet. We call on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to distance itself from this criminal, diabolic and neo-colonial plan, and to publicly urge its members-states and apparatus not to play any part in this obnoxious, racist and anti-African scheme, and not to allow criminal acts to be executed in its name or on its behalf, against any members-states of the AES. We are sending out this message because ECOWAS already has the blood of hundreds of innocent Africans on its hands, who are protesting for democracy, human rights and sovereignty in members-states. Those involved libelous attacks on the opposition, injuries to school children, terrorism against youths, arson of political parties' offices, killing and indiscriminate arrests of prodemocracy and human rights' activists. It is unfortunate, if not tragic, that ECOWAS which has arrayed itself as the bastion of democracy sit aloof and deliberately refused to condemn acts of political gangsterism (manipulation of national constitutions to establish dynasty rule) that most members-states use to destroy the democratic opposition and to intimidate those civil groups that stand to defend democracy, human rights and sovereignty. We urge all Africans in the Sahel not to be provoked by the criminal actions of the pro-colonial conspirators, not to be intimidated by their divisive and distractive tactics. Africans in the Sahel should remain calm, vigilant and to guard their freedom and sovereignty under their authentic leaders. Netanyahu's venomous statements and seditious intention cannot be justified in any sense, because his plan can only be seen as another attempt to wreck havocs on the African continent, by creating division, resulting in hate and violence. This speaks of the role of traitors, rogues and neo-colonial puppets in Africa, who are out to bid the destabilization of the Sahel region. We are living witnesses how Israel would jump at any opportunity to orchestrate violence that result in unleashing heinous attacks and genocide to its Arab neighbours, particularly to Palestinian people. This is evident by the ongoing genocide campaign in Gaza. One cannot understand today, why the Israeli Prime Minister will indulged in actions that promote terrorism, degradation and dehumanization in Africa. Is this just a bluff or another attempt to distract people away from domestic pressure? Who will dispute us that Zionism is raising its head once again, but with more dangerous plan for the people of Africa? The truth is that it is insane for any person or group of persons to think that the new Sahel under the role-model leadership of the three wise men will continue living with the vengeance of some traitorous, deceitful and power-drunk dictators who would stop at nothing in their determination to sell the dignity of African people for a life of opulence and immorality. With a well mobilised African youths along with a united people, the Sahel region will no longer be the backyard of the neo-colonial masters and their local collaborators. The ongoing massive protests in the Sahel region in support of their leaders should now send clear message to regional blocks from all sides of the colonial-divided Africa to work with the AES (Alliance of Sahel States) with open mind and beware of their clandestine and surreptitious plots. They should instead team up to fight against evil in Africa, and not be seen as acting as proxies or cheap pawns to destroy the progress and development of Africa. Against the foregoing, it is also appropriate and necessary to recognise the citizens' solidarity and support behind the leaders of the AES and their recent actions in defending sovereignty and actions of their leaders. The threats of sabotage, vilification and undeclared psychological war promoted by willing and chaotic African leaders against the Sahel states has certainly put the neo-colonial powers into gigantic shame and disgrace. They are shamed and disgraced so much that they now moved to employ their common dirty tactics, by recruiting new client Heads of States in Africa to bid the destruction of the Sahel and serve as a distraction. The Sahel people must be protected, as the AES leaders stand to do everything to make the region a safer environment for humanity. The Sahel people have faced, will live through and overcome these wicked, hateful and destabilising plots. We conclude by making it clear that the Sahel region is not a trust territory or backyard to any foreign power or block. The national independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of members-states of the AES must be respected by all, and any attempt to breach this internationally-accepted principle will be condemned and resisted. Alimamy Bakarr Sankoh Co-founder and President The Sahel Solidarity Campaign Network
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21-04-2025
- Politics
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Statement On The Passing Away Of Pope Francis
The Sahel Solidarity Campaign Network (SaS-CaN) joins the world in mourning the passing away of Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church. He died on Easter Monday of 21st April, 2025 at the age of 88 years. The Vatican announced his death a day following his last appearance in a wheelchair at St Peter's Square, where he addressed thousands of worshipers to mark this year's Easter. Official information intimated that His Holiness died after a prolong illness; he was diagnosed with double pneumonia. Pope Francis was a towering spiritual leader, who stood with the hapless people of the Sahel region in their darkest hour, when they were abandoned to perish under terrorist attacks in that sub-region of Africa. Africans in the Sahel region have lost a friend, a just leader and a voice on their behalf in the international arena. His death is a great loss not only to the Sahel people, but to all other people who are living in turbulent times. The Sahel people under the banner of the AES (The Alliance of Sahel States) flag are grieved at the departure of His Holiness but at the moment of pain we rally behind our authentic leaders in Mali, Burkina Faso and the Republic of Niger as we mourn together the passing of the beloved Pope. We offer the Vatican our heartfelt condolences. Twelve years passed on 13th March, 2013 Jorge Mario was introduced to the people of the world as the 266th Pope. He adopted the name Francis in honour of St. Francis Assisi. As the first Jesuit Pope, he became the spiritual guide to more than a billion worshippers' worldwide, embodying humility compassion, and unwavering dedication to justice and freedom. Pope Francis has passed away but he would be remembered as a well-appreciated Pope known for his love for the people of the Sahel and his staunch advocacy for justice, peace and freedom and for standing against terrorism anywhere the evil gives expression. He would also be remembered as a personality of faith who dedicated his life in bringing the Church closer to the people. He was a bridge maker between faiths as well as with all political leaders irrespective of any country or region. His death is a sad day for all people everywhere in the world. His Holiness was not only the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, he was a role-model and moral guarantor in a world engulfed in bitter conflicts, proxy wars and terrorism. He stood boldly on issues that many feared to confront: poverty, inequality, war, climate change, pandemics, migrants' rights and the plight of refugees and displaced people in the Middle-east, Africa and Asia. He challenged leaders to see the human dignity in every soul, regardless of status, faith, colour, race or origin. With humility, compassion and spiritual leader of international standing, he organised for the poor, oppressed and had always guided world leaders on several issues for the interest of the people. In his last message to the world on Sunday, before his demise the following day, His Holiness called for freedom of thought and tolerance, and reminded everyone that there can be no peace without freedom of religion, freedom of thought, freedom of expression and respect for the views of others. He condemned anti-Semitism, as well as the orgy and ravage situation in Palestine, and in particular Gaza. As we mourn his death and the loss of a great leader of spiritual courage, we pray that the Vatican will continue his legacy to work for the betterment of the poor, impoverished and downtrodden people of the world. And as we reflect on his life, let us honour Pope Francis by striving to be better architects and defenders of peace, justice, guardians of the vulnerable, and be truthful followers of the cherished principles of Christianity with abundant knowledge. Once again, the leadership, members and supporters of the Sahel Solidarity Campaign Network extend heartfelt condolences to the Catholic community in the Sahel region and across Africa and among Africans in the diasporas. We stand in solidarity with the faithful in this time of grief. May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his legacy continue to inspire us all.
