69 m. ago UN breaks silence on attempted military coup in Benin Republic

He also called on all parties involved to ensure “full respect for the rule of law and the Constitution,” stressing the importance of safeguarding Benin’s democratic institutions.

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1 hour ago Military action in Benin Republic shows Tinubu’s commitment to democracy – Onanuga

Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga explains how Nigeria’s military action in Benin and student rescues highlight President Tinubu’s democracy commitment. Read More: https://punchng.com/military-action-in-benin-republic-showe-tinubus-commitment-to-democracy-onanuga/

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10 h. ago BREAKING: Burkina Faso grounds Nigerian military aircraft over airspace violation

A Nigerian military aircraft with 11 soldiers aboard was grounded in Burkina Faso after allegedly violating its airspace, according to state media. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-burkina-faso-grounds-nigerian-military-aircraft-over-airspace-violation/

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10 h. ago Burkina Faso grounds Nigerian military aircraft over airspace violation

A Nigerian military aircraft carrying 11 soldiers was grounded in Burkina Faso after reportedly violating its airspace, prompting a sharp condemnation. Read More: https://punchng.com/breaking-burkina-faso-grounds-nigerian-military-aircraft-over-airspace-violation/

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18 h. ago Foiled Coup in Benin Republic: ADC commends FG’s intervention

"A government that can act swiftly abroad must also act decisively at home. The defence of democracy does not begin in neighbouring

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27 h. ago Tinubu hails Nigerian military for foiling coup in Benin Republic

It took some hours before the government's loyal forces, assisted by Nigeria, took control and flushed out the...

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30 h. ago Nigeria Air Force Conducts Multiple Airstrikes On Fleeing Coup Plotters in Benin Republic

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has launched precision airstrikes on fleeing members of the foiled military coup in the Benin Republic, neutralising several suspected plotters and destroying their vehicles. Nigerian fighter jets crossed into Beninese airspace on Sunday under a joint arrangement with authorities in Cotonou after intelligence indicated that key coup elements were attempting […] The post Nigeria Air Force Conducts Multiple Airstrikes On Fleeing Coup Plotters in Benin Republic appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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31 h. ago ECOWAS Sends Troops From Nigeria, Ghana, Others In Benin Republic

The Economic Community of West African States has ordered the deployment of military troops from Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Ivory Coast to Benin Republic. ECOWAS said the measure is aimed at restoring stability in the neighbouring West African country following a failed coup attempt by a group of soldiers on Sunday. “Persuant to the […] The post ECOWAS Sends Troops From Nigeria, Ghana, Others In Benin Republic appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Nigeria deployed jets, troops after Benin made ‘two urgent requests’, says presidency

The presidency says the Republic of Benin made two separate, urgent requests for Nigerian military intervention during last week’s attempted read more Nigeria deployed jets, troops after Benin made ‘two urgent requests’, says presidency

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32 h. ago Atiku flays coup d’état in Benin, calls it an assault on constitutional order

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the coup attempt in the Republic of Benin, describing it as a grave read more Atiku flays coup d’état in Benin, calls it an assault on constitutional order

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33 h. ago Tinubu hails Nigerian Army for protecting democracy in Benin Republic

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday praised the Nigerian military for its swift response to a request from the Government of read more Tinubu hails Nigerian Army for protecting democracy in Benin Republic

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36 h. ago Tinubu praises Nigerian troops for helping foil coup in Benin Republic

President Tinubu commends Nigerian troops for their swift intervention in Benin Republic, helping to foil a military coup at the request of the government. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-praises-nigerian-troops-for-helping-foil-coup-in-benin-republic/

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42 h. ago ‘Direct Assault On Democracy’, Nigeria Condemns Attempted Coup In Benin Republic

Nigeria commended the Beninese authorities for their prompt actions to protect the nation’s democratic structures and restore order. The post ‘Direct Assault On Democracy’, Nigeria Condemns Attempted Coup In Benin Republic appeared first on Channels Television.

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44 h. ago Nigeria Withdraws Deployed Fighter Jet As Benin Stabilises After Foiled Coup Attempt

Nigeria has withdrawn the fighter aircraft earlier deployed to the Benin Republic after authorities concluded that the security situation in the neighbouring country had stabilised, following a dramatic but short-lived coup attempt on Sunday. According to reports, the aircraft, deployed from Lagos for aerial surveillance and regional monitoring, were instructed to return to base on […] The post Nigeria Withdraws Deployed Fighter Jet As Benin Stabilises After Foiled Coup Attempt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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47 h. ago ‘Coup in Benin fails,’ Onanuga reacts to attempted military takeover in Benin Republic

Tribune Online reports that the attempted coup followed a group of soldiers appearing on Benin’s state television on Sunday to announce the dissolution of the government...

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47 h. ago Benin Republic presidency breaks silence on ‘military takeover’

West Africa has seen several coups in recent years, including in Niger, Burkina Faso, Mali, Guinea, and most recently Guinea-Bissau.

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49 h. ago BREAKING: Military Seizes Power In Benin Republic, Sacks President Talon

A group of military personnel on Sunday announced the sack of President Patrice Talon in Benin Republic. Talon is due to step down April 2026 after 10 years in power. The personnel who identified themselves as the “Military Committee for Refoundation” (CMR), said on state television that they had met and decided that “Mr Patrice […]

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49 h. ago BREAKING: Benin Republic President Safe, Army Regaining Control — Presidency

On Sunday, a group of soldiers declared that they had overthrown President Talon and seized control of the government. The post BREAKING: Benin Republic President Safe, Army Regaining Control — Presidency appeared first on Channels Television.

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49 h. ago Benin Presidency Says It Remains In Control Despite Coup Attempt

On Sunday, a group of soldiers declared that they had overthrown President Talon and seized control of the government. The post Benin Presidency Says It Remains In Control Despite Coup Attempt appeared first on Channels Television.

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49 h. ago BREAKING: Soldiers announce military takeover of govt in Benin Republic

Identifying themselves as the Military Committee for Refoundation, the soldiers declared the removal of the president and all state institutions.

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