Summary
The leader of a failed coup attempt in Benin is reportedly hiding in Togo. Benin's government plans to ask for his extradition. The coup was stopped with help from regional forces and French special forces.
Key Facts
- Benin's government says the coup leader, Lt Col Pascal Tigri, is in Togo.
- The coup attempt happened when soldiers announced they took control on state TV.
- Nigeria sent fighter jets to help stop the coup, at the request of Benin's president.
- French special forces from Ivory Coast also assisted in ending the coup.
- Togo has not yet responded to extradition requests for Tigri.
- The coup attempt was criticized by the West African regional group, Ecowas.
- Some soldiers cited issues like security and government policies as reasons for the coup.
- Recently, Benin's army has faced challenges from militants near its northern border.
