Military coup attempt in Benin: what happened with president talon

A series of gunshots echoed through Cotonou, the economic capital of Benin, Sunday morning as soldiers stormed the national television station, declaring the removal of President Patrice Talon. However, the Beninese government swiftly countered the move, announcing that the attempted coup had been « thwarted » within hours.

By Paul Ndongo — Grand reporter politique