"The Secretary-General is very concerned over the deplorable living conditions that President Bazoum and his family are reported to be living under as they continue to be arbitrarily detained by members of the Presidential Guard in Niger," the statement read.
"The Secretary-General reiterates his concern over the health and safety of the president and his family and once again calls for his immediate, unconditional release and his reinstatement as Head of State."
Guterres is also "alarmed over continuing reports about the arrest of several members of the government," urging the military leaders in Niger to adhere to "Niger’s international human rights obligations" and release them unconditionally, the spokesperson added.