Benin Coup Archives

Nigeria Says Benin Coup Plot Failed, Democracy Stands Firm

Francis Jack2 hours ago2 hours ago03 mins

Soldiers in the Benin Republic launched a surprise coup at dawn on Sunday. Led by Colonel Pascal Tigri, they seized the National TV station and announced they had overthrown President Patrice Talon. They also suspended all democratic institutions, which threatened the country’s 35-year-old democracy. Benin Requests Urgent Help The Benin government acted quickly. Through its…

Benin Coup: Tinubu Praises Nigerian Military Intervention

Miracle Aje13 hours ago13 hours ago03 mins

Benin Coup: Tinubu Praises Nigerian Military Intervention President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the Nigerian Armed Forces for swiftly stopping the Benin coup attempt and restoring constitutional order early Sunday. The intervention, according to the presidency, demonstrated Nigeria’s commitment to defending democracy in West Africa. How the Benin Coup Attempt Began The crisis began after…