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.
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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.
Burkina Faso Releases 8 NGO Staff Accused of Spying
Burkina Faso's military junta has released eight INSO staff detained for alleged espionage. The NGO denies the charges, citing its humanitarian mission. Read the full details.
Amnesty Condemns Burkina Faso's Death Penalty Plan
Amnesty International urges Burkina Faso's military junta to halt plans to reinstate the death penalty for treason and terrorism, warning it reverses abolition progress. Read more.
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.
Burkina Faso Junta Brings Back Death Penalty
Burkina Faso's military rulers announce the return of the death penalty for treason and terrorism, alongside new anti-LGBTQ laws. Get the full details on this major policy shift.
ECOWAS Deadlocked on Guinea-Bissau Coup Response
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 Election Results Stolen Amid Coup
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 Condemns Guinea-Bissau Coup
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
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 Opens High-Level Talks Over Guinea-Bissau Coup
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 Candidate
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 Candidate
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.
Burkina Faso Stars Score in Premier League Wins
Burkina Faso strikers Dango Ouattara and Bertrand Traore scored vital goals for Brentford and Sunderland in the Premier League. Read about their impact and other African stars in Europe.
Cleric Warns ECOWAS of 2026 Crisis in 9 African Nations
Nigerian cleric Primate Ayodele warns ECOWAS of impending 2026 crisis affecting 9 African countries following Guinea-Bissau coup. Read full analysis and predictions.
Tinubu meets Jonathan after Guinea-Bissau mission
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.
Jonathan: Guinea-Bissau Incident Was 'Ceremonial Coup'
Former President Goodluck Jonathan describes Guinea-Bissau political crisis as 'ceremonial coup,' urges ECOWAS to announce election results. Read his full analysis.
AU suspends Guinea-Bissau after military coup
African Union suspends Guinea-Bissau following military takeover that ousted President Umaro Sissoco Embalo. ECOWAS and UN condemn the coup as democratic principles violated.
Jonathan: Why I took Côte d'Ivoire flight from Guinea-Bissau
Former President Goodluck Jonathan reveals why he returned from Guinea-Bissau via Côte d'Ivoire flight amid military coup. Get the full details of his evacuation experience.
Guinea-Bissau Coup: Junta Appoints PM Amid Condemnation
Guinea-Bissau's new military leader appoints a prime minister as the AU and ECOWAS suspend the nation following the latest coup. Get the full story on the power grab and international reaction.
Jonathan Reveals Guinea-Bissau Wasn't Real Coup
Former President Goodluck Jonathan makes stunning revelation about Guinea-Bissau military incident, calling it a 'ceremonial coup' after returning safely to Nigeria.
Jonathan Returns Safely After Guinea-Bissau Coup
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan has safely returned to Abuja after being trapped in Guinea-Bissau during a military coup. Read the full details of his dramatic escape and Nigeria's response.
Guinea-Bissau President Embalo flees after coup
Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo has fled to Senegal following a military coup. Opposition candidate Fernando Dias alleges Embalo organized the power grab. Read latest developments.
ECOWAS suspends Guinea-Bissau after military takeover
West African bloc ECOWAS suspends Guinea-Bissau from decision-making bodies following military coup. Demands immediate release of President Umaro Embalo and restoration of constitutional order.
Jonathan Airlifted to Nigeria After Guinea-Bissau Coup
Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan safely returns to Abuja after being evacuated from Guinea-Bissau military coup. Read details of his West Africa mission.
Jonathan Returns to Nigeria After Guinea-Bissau Coup
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has safely returned to Abuja after being trapped in Guinea-Bissau during a military coup. Read the full story of the diplomatic rescue mission.
Tinubu in ECOWAS emergency meeting on Guinea-Bissau coup
President Bola Tinubu participates in emergency ECOWAS summit addressing military takeover in Guinea-Bissau. West African leaders pledge action to restore constitutional order.
Nigeria condemns Guinea-Bissau military coup
Nigeria strongly condemns the military coup in Guinea-Bissau, demands immediate restoration of constitutional order and warns of regional consequences. Read Nigeria's full response.
Goodluck Jonathan Safe After Guinea-Bissau Military Coup
Former President Goodluck Jonathan is confirmed safe and has left Guinea-Bissau following military takeover. Federal government provides official confirmation of his evacuation.
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