The government of Niger on Tuesday, announced the formation of a tripartite commission to address the crisis with Benin.

This follows a mediation in Niamey led by two former Beninese presidents Nicéphore Soglo and Boni Yayi.

The move could be a significant step towards restoring bilateral relations between the two states and ensuring the free movement of goods and services.

However, there are concerns about the effectiveness of the tripartite commission and the strategies it plans to use, particularly amid the current oil crisis between both countries.

Morgan Asorgba, an international relations expert, believes the commission should take into account the impact that this agreement will have on security, business, and economic activities in the two states.

Asorgba emphasizes the need for honest confessions by the authorities and their willingness to settle their differences in the interest of the citizens.