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.
ECOWAS Parliament opens 2025 session in Abuja, strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau and reaffirms commitment to regional democracy and stability. Read the full story.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition leader Fernando Dias da Costa following a military coup. Read about ECOWAS response and regional stability efforts.
ECOWAS Parliament strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, labeling it an assault on democracy. High-level talks begin December 3rd. Read the full story.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Costa after military coup. President Tinubu's move underscores commitment to regional democracy. Read the full story.
Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Fernando Dias da Costa after military coup. President Tinubu approves protection as ECOWAS suspends Guinea-Bissau. Read the full story.
Nigerian cleric Primate Ayodele warns ECOWAS of impending 2026 crisis affecting 9 African countries following Guinea-Bissau coup. Read full analysis and predictions.
President Bola Tinubu received former President Goodluck Jonathan at Aso Rock following his safe return from Guinea-Bissau where election monitoring was disrupted by military unrest. Read full details.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan describes Guinea-Bissau political crisis as 'ceremonial coup,' urges ECOWAS to announce election results. Read his full analysis.
African Union suspends Guinea-Bissau following military takeover that ousted President Umaro Sissoco Embalo. ECOWAS and UN condemn the coup as democratic principles violated.