30 Jailed in Benin After Failed Coup, Nigeria Assisted
Benin authorities jail 30 over failed coup. Nigerian and French forces helped crush the December 7 putsch against President Talon. Full details inside.
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Guinea-Bissau Junta Releases 6 Detained Opposition Politicians
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.
Benin Coup Attempt: 10 Things About Officer Pascal Tigri
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.
NFF to receive ₦1.5bn yearly from CAF from 2026
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 Hikes AFCON 2025 Prize Money to $10m for Winner
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.
AFCON 2025 winners to get $10m as CAF increases prize money
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.
AFCON to be held every four years from 2028
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.
Motsepe Announces 6 Major Changes to African Football
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.
AFCON moves to four-year cycle after 2028 edition
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.
AFCON to switch to four-year cycle after 2027 edition
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.
Benin Ex-Minister Held in Failed Coup Probe
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.
Benin jails 30 over foiled coup, opposition questioned
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 jails 30 over failed coup attempt
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.
Frank to Tinubu: Abuse of military ranks fuels coup plotters
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.
Frank Warns Tinubu Over ADC's Double Promotion in a Year
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 Reacts to Failed Coup Attempt in Benin
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 Condemns Coup Attempt in Benin Republic
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.
Failed Coup in Benin: 13 Soldiers Arrested
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 Sends Fighter Aircraft to Benin Amid Coup
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.
10 African Coups in Five Years: A Continent's Turmoil
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.
Coup attempt in Benin fails, President Talon safe
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.
10 African Coups in Five Years: A Continent's Crisis
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.
Failed Coup in Benin Republic: What We Know
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 foils coup attempt, President Talon secure
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.
Dele Momodu Reveals How He Missed Benin Republic Coup
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.
Benin Coup Attempt: Soldiers Claim Overthrow, Govt Fights Back
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.
Benin Republic Military Seizes Power in Coup
Lieutenant-Colonel Tigri Pascal leads a successful military coup in Benin Republic, overthrowing President Patrice Talon. Borders closed, constitution suspended. Full report.
Benin coup attempt fails, President Talon secure
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.
Coup in Benin: Military Ousts President Patrice Talon
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 Junta Cites Ethnic War Risk for Coup
Guinea-Bissau's military justifies seizing power, claiming post-election instability risked an ethnic civil war. The junta's new narrative contradicts initial claims.
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