Chief Femi Fani-Kayode shares harrowing childhood memories of Nigeria's first military coup on January 15, 1966, detailing the violence that reshaped the nation's political history. Read his powerful testimony.
Chief Ayo Opadokun's new book, 'The Gun Hegemony,' is launched in Lagos, offering fresh insights into Nigeria's first military coup and its enduring impact. A must-read for understanding Nigeria's political history.
As Nigeria marks Armed Forces Remembrance Day, military leaders are urged to defend democracy and avoid politics. Governors commend Tinubu's security efforts and call for better welfare for troops.
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.
An Indian analyst, Aravind, accurately forecast the US-led removal of Venezuela's Maduro and seizure of oil. Read his chilling predictions and the geopolitical fallout.
Benin authorities jail 30 over failed coup. Nigerian and French forces helped crush the December 7 putsch against President Talon. Full details inside.
Guinea-Bissau's military rulers release six opposition members detained since the November coup, calling it a step towards constitutional order. Read the latest on the crisis.
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.
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.
Political activist Timi Frank warns President Tinubu that politicising the Nigerian Army and promoting aides irregularly undermines democracy and incentivises coup plotting. Read the full analysis.
Political activist Timi Frank warns President Bola Tinubu that the accelerated promotion of his ADC to Brigadier-General endangers democracy and invites coup temptations. Read the full analysis.
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.
From Mali to Guinea-Bissau, Africa has witnessed 10 successful military coups since 2020. Explore the timeline, key figures, and ongoing instability shaping the continent's political landscape.
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.
Guinea-Bissau's military justifies seizing power, claiming post-election instability risked an ethnic civil war. The junta's new narrative contradicts initial claims.
ECOWAS Parliament fails to reach consensus on Guinea-Bissau military takeover, exposing deep divisions over tackling coups in West Africa. Read the full report.
Guinea-Bissau's election commission says gunmen stole vote tally sheets, leaving the presidential result unknown. Nigeria grants opposition candidate protection. Read the full story.