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The Chief of Army Staff of the Benin Republic and the Chief of the National Guard have been freed after being held captive during Sunday’s unsuccessful coup attempt.
Security analyst Brant Grant confirmed their release in a statement shared on X on Monday.
“The Beninese Chief of Army Staff and the Chief of Staff of the National Guard have been liberated after being taken hostage by the mutineers during the coup yesterday,” he stated.
Their release coincides with President Patrice Talon’s nationwide broadcast, in which he declared that his government had regained full control following the unrest.
Earlier, Talon and several senior military officials were captured in Cotonou by rebellious soldiers led by Lieutenant Colonel Pascal Tigri.
This incident adds to a series of recent coups and attempted takeovers reported in West Africa, including in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Guinea-Bissau.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened during the coup attempt in Benin?
A failed coup attempt occurred in which the Chief of Army Staff and the Chief of the National Guard were taken hostage by mutinous soldiers.
Who confirmed the release of the hostages?
Security analyst Brant Grant confirmed their release in a statement on social media.
What did President Patrice Talon announce?
President Patrice Talon announced in a broadcast that his government had restored full control of the situation following the unrest.
What is the context of recent coups in West Africa?
The incident in Benin is part of a troubling trend of coups and attempted takeovers in West Africa, which have also occurred in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Guinea-Bissau.
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