Coup d’Etat

Benin’s government has successfully thwarted a military coup attempt, leading to the arrest and imprisonment of dozens of suspects, predominantly soldiers. This decisive action underscores the regime’s current control but highlights persistent, significant instability within the nation’s armed forces. The event serves as a critical warning that even in relatively stable West African democracies, underlying institutional tensions can erupt violently. It emphasizes the ongoing, fragile balance of power in the region and the constant vigilance required to maintain constitutional order.Continue Reading