Burkina Faso security forces intercept a plot to assassinate military leader Capt Ibrahim Traoré. Officials allege ex-junta chief Damiba masterminded the plan with funding from Ivory Coast. Read the full details.
Pastor Tombari Gbeneol arrested in Port Harcourt for allegedly plotting to assassinate FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Police confirm investigation is ongoing amid Rivers political tension.
Newly uncovered evidence reveals US President Dwight Eisenhower ordered the CIA to 'eliminate' Congolese leader Patrice Lumumba in 1960. Read the shocking details of this Cold War plot.
Ukraine's intelligence faked the death of a Russian militia leader to secure a $500,000 Kremlin bounty and expose Russian security failures. The funds will boost Ukrainian special units. Read the full story.
Benin authorities jail 30 over failed coup. Nigerian and French forces helped crush the December 7 putsch against President Talon. Full details inside.
A deep dive into Lt. Col. Pascal Tigri, the discreet officer who shocked Benin by leading a failed coup. Discover his background, motives, and the ongoing manhunt.
The Nigeria Football Federation will receive $1 million (₦1.5bn) annually from CAF's new financial plan. This boost comes as the NFF faces financial scrutiny and unpaid allowances.
CAF announces a record $10 million prize for the AFCON 2025 winner in Morocco, a 43% increase. Discover the new prize structure and what it means for African football.
CAF announces a 43% prize increase for AFCON 2025 champions to $10 million. Hosts Morocco face Comoros in the opener. Get all the details on the tournament's financial boost and key contenders.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe confirms the Africa Cup of Nations will shift to a four-year cycle after 2028. A new annual African Nations League will boost revenue. Get the full details.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe has unveiled six transformative changes for African football, including AFCON moving to every four years and a new Nations League. Get all the details here.
The Confederation of African Football ends the biennial Africa Cup of Nations. The tournament will switch to a four-year cycle after 2028, with a new annual Nations League to boost revenue.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe announces a historic shift for the Africa Cup of Nations, moving from a two-year to a four-year schedule post-2027. Get all the details on this major change for African football.
Former Benin defence minister Candide Azannai is in pre-trial detention over a foiled coup plot. Get the latest on the arrests and political tensions in West Africa.
A Beninese court has jailed around 30 people, mostly soldiers, for a failed coup. Opposition figures face questioning as President Talon's government tightens security ahead of the April handover.
Benin authorities have jailed about 30 suspects, mostly soldiers, for a failed December coup. The crackdown now includes opposition figures. Get the latest details here.
Nigeria's Federal Government condemns the failed military coup in Benin Republic. Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar denounces the assault on democracy. Read the full statement and details.
Nigeria's government condemns the attempted coup in Benin, calls for calm, and reaffirms commitment to regional stability and democratic governance. Read the full statement.
A coup attempt by soldiers in Benin Republic was foiled, leading to 13 arrests. Nigeria deployed fighter jets for surveillance as regional bodies condemn the act. Read the full details.
Nigeria has deployed fighter aircraft to Benin Republic for surveillance following a military coup that ousted President Patrice Talon. Read the latest on regional security implications.
Benin's presidency confirms President Patrice Talon is safe after a brief coup attempt by soldiers. Loyal forces have restored order. Get the latest details on the unfolding situation.
A recent coup attempt in Benin adds to a turbulent list of 10 successful military takeovers across Africa since 2020. Explore the timeline and impact of this political instability.
Details emerge on the failed military coup in Benin Republic led by Lt-Col Pascal Tigri. Get the latest facts on the incident and the wider trend of coups in West Africa.
Benin's government announced it thwarted a coup attempt by soldiers who seized state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Read the latest details on the unfolding situation.
Chief Dele Momodu shares a chilling account of how a missing car document forced a last-minute change of plans, narrowly avoiding being caught in the Benin Republic military coup. Read his full story.
Soldiers in Benin announced the overthrow of President Patrice Talon. The presidency breaks its silence, confirming the leader is safe as the army regains control. Get the full story.
Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal leads a successful military coup in Benin Republic, overthrowing President Patrice Talon. Borders closed, constitution suspended. Full report.
Benin's army regains control after soldiers announce coup on state TV. President Patrice Talon is safe. Details on the failed attempt and regional instability.
Benin Republic faces a military coup as soldiers seize state TV, dissolve government, and close borders. Details on the unfolding crisis and regional implications.
A social media content creator known as 'Liar of TikTok' has publicly begged Senator Ned Nwoko for forgiveness after making a false claim about an assassination plot. Watch the video and see public reactions.