6 h. ago Nigeria’s intervention averted bloodshed in Benin coup attempt – Minister

Nigeria’s timely intervention played a critical role in averting a potentially devastating bloodbath during a recent coup attempt in Benin, according to the country’s Foreign Minister, Olushegun Bakari. Addressing the press in Abuja on Thursday, Bakari thanked Nigeria and other nations of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for their swift response to Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-intervention-averted-bloodshed-in-benin-coup-attempt-minister/

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13 h. ago Leader Of Benin Republic Failed Coup Hiding In Togo, Says Beninese Officials

The ringleader of the recent botched coup in Benin Republic, Pascal Tigri, identified along with his accomplices, is reportedly hiding in Togo, according to Beninese officials. Beninese soldiers, with support from Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire, thwarted the coup attempt and subsequently identified Tigri as the mastermind. While Nigeria conducted targeted airstrikes on fleeing plotters, Tigri’s […]

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15 h. ago Benin Republic failed coup: Elders forum faults Soyinka, defends Tinubu’s intervention

“I expected Professor Soyinka, with his years of experience and personality, to

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30 h. ago Defence Minister Hails Military’s Rapid Response To Benin Coup Attempt

General Musa said the professional response of the Nigerian Armed Forces played a key role in thwarting the plot. The post Defence Minister Hails Military’s Rapid Response To Benin Coup Attempt appeared first on Channels Television.

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42 h. ago UPDATED: Senate approves Tinubu’s request to deploy troops in Benin

•Community in a state of emergency, ECOWAS warns as coups, insecurity deepen regional crisis •ECOWAS applauds Nigeria for foiling Benin coup attempt •Sahel bloc condemns Nigerian military over flight •Burkina Faso did not ground NAF C-130, NAF clarifies THE Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to deploy Nigerian troops and air power in the […]

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50 h. ago Soyinka Faults Tinubu Over Nigeria’s Military Role In Benin Republic Crisis

Nobel laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has faulted President Bola Tinubu’s handling of Nigeria’s military involvement in the recently thwarted coup attempt in the Republic of Benin. Speaking in Lagos on Monday at the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) Awards, Soyinka warned that the intervention carried serious consequences for West Africa’s stability and […]

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52 h. ago Falana faults Tinubu’s intervention in Benin Republic coup attempt

Speaking on Nigeria’s involvement in the ECOWAS-authorised mission in Benin Republic, Falana said the constitutional procedure for such interventions was not followed.

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56 h. ago France helped Benin in thwarting weekend coup attempt – Official

France provided logistical and surveillance support to Benin, helping to thwart a coup attempt over the weekend, an official from Macron’s office confirmed Read More: https://punchng.com/france-helped-benin-in-thwarting-weekend-coup-attempt-official/

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56 h. ago Senate commends Tinubu over troops deployment to Benin Republic

The Senate on Tuesday unanimously approved President Bola Tinubu's request to deploy Nigerian troops and air power to the Republic of Benin in response to a coup attempt in the neighbouring country over the weekend.

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59 h. ago President Tinubu Seeks Senate Consent On Troops’ Deployment To Benin Republic

President Bola Tinubu this Tuesday transmitted to the senate a request seeking its consent to deploy Nigerian troops on peace mission to Benin Republic. In the communication the President explained that the deployment is to provide support in the country as requested by President Patrice Talon, following the recent failed coup attempt. The deployment is […] The post President Tinubu Seeks Senate Consent On Troops’ Deployment To Benin Republic appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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60 h. ago Coup Attempt: Tinubu Seeks Senate’s Approval To Deploy Troops To Benin Republic

Tinubu explained that the Government of Benin had urgently appealed for exceptional air support from Nigeria’s Armed Forces. The post Coup Attempt: Tinubu Seeks Senate’s Approval To Deploy Troops To Benin Republic appeared first on Channels Television.

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61 h. ago Why Nigeria’s intervention in Benin Republic matters — Tinubu’s aide

Discover why Nigeria’s intervention in Benin Republic was critical for regional stability and defending democracy after a failed coup attempt. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-nigerias-intervention-in-benin-republic-matters-tinubus-aide/

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61 h. ago Coup: Tinubu seeks senate approval for troop deployment to Benin

President Tinubu requests the Nigerian Senate’s consent for troop deployment to Benin to support peace and stability after a failed coup attempt. Read More: https://punchng.com/coup-tinubu-seeks-senate-approval-for-troop-deployment-to-benin/

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61 h. ago Coup: Tinubu seeks senate approval for troop deployment in Benin

President Tinubu requests Senate approval for troop deployment to Benin to support a peace mission following a failed coup attempt against President Talon. Read More: https://punchng.com/coup-tinubu-seeks-senate-approval-for-troop-deployment-to-benin/

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3 d. ago Benin foiled coup: US reviews travel warning, hostages regain freedom

Read about the foiled Benin coup attempt. Loyalist forces have regained control, freed hostages, and the US has lifted its shelter-in-place advisory. Read More: https://punchng.com/benin-foiled-coup-us-reviews-travel-warning-hostages-regain-freedom/

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3 d. 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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3 d. ago Benin Rep. Arrests A Dozen Soldiers Over Failed Coup Attempt

Around a dozen soldiers have been arrested in Benin following an attempted coup, including the ringleaders of the foiled operation, military and security sources told AFP Sunday. One source said 13 people have been detained, while another confirmed that all but one of the suspects are serving soldiers; the remaining detainee is a former member of […] The post Benin Rep. Arrests A Dozen Soldiers Over Failed Coup Attempt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago ECOWAS Deploys Standby Force To Benin After Foiled Coup Attempt

The regional bloc said troops are being mobilised to support the Beninese government and help protect the country’s constitutional order. The post ECOWAS Deploys Standby Force To Benin After Foiled Coup Attempt appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago Benin President Says Situation ‘Under Control’ After Coup Attempt

Beninese military and security sources said around a dozen soldiers had been arrested, including those behind the coup bid. The post Benin President Says Situation ‘Under Control’ After Coup Attempt appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. 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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