Benin Presidency Confirms Talon Safe as Army Moves to Quell Coup Attempt

Benin Presidency Confirms Talon Safe as Army Moves to Quell Coup Attempt

The Benin Republic presidency has confirmed that President Patrice Talon is safe and that loyal forces are regaining control following an attempted coup.

Earlier on Sunday, a group of military officers appeared on national television, announcing the removal of the president and the dissolution of state institutions. The officers identified themselves as the Military Committee for Refoundation.

However, the presidency dismissed the move, describing it as the action of a small faction. According to AFP, the president’s office said the situation is under control and security forces loyal to the government are restoring order.

“This is a small group of people who only control the television. The regular army is regaining control. The city and the country are completely secure,” the presidency said.