Jump to navigation

Vol 66 No 25

Published 19th December 2025


Benin

Tinubu claims a rare win in his anti-putschist fight

Stopping the coup in Benin could mark a turnaround in the fortunes of the Ecowas regional bloc after a spate of military takeovers since 2020

Recent history gave Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu every reason to stop the attempted putsch in neighbouring Benin on 7 December. Having cut his political teeth campaigning against military rule in the 1990s, Tinubu has a strong aversion to putschists. After being sworn as President in May 2023, Tinubu reshuffled the military high command, favouring loyalty above all else, including integrity or competence. Two months ago, Tinubu again shuffled the command after reports of a coup plot involving a Brigadier General.

End of preview - This article contains approximately 1994 words.

End of preview

Subscribers: Log in now to read the complete article.

Account Holders: Log in now and use your Account Credit to buy this article. No Credit? Top up your Account now.


If you are logged in, but still cannot access the full text of this article, email customer services or telephone us on +44(0)1638 743633.