Benin Foils Alleged Coup Attempt, Arrests High-Profile Suspects

Benin’s judiciary has announced⁢ the arrest of several ​high-profile individuals, including the commander of the Republican ⁢Guard, a⁢ former minister, and a ‌businessman, on suspicion of involvement in a planned coup.

According to the Prosecutor of the Court of Economic Crimes and Terrorism, Ilonem ⁢Mario Mitunou, preliminary investigations⁣ suggest that the Commander of the Republican Guard was approached by the former minister, ​Oswald Homicke, and the businessman, Olivier Boko, to participate in the alleged coup attempt.

The alleged coup was reportedly planned ⁤for September⁣ 27, 2024, and was intended to target the government of President Patrice Talon. The ‍Public Prosecutor’s office has confirmed that the investigation is ongoing to identify all individuals involved in ⁢the plot.

The arrests mark a significant development in the ongoing efforts to maintain stability and security in ⁣the West African nation. The government of Benin has pledged to take all necessary measures to prevent​ such‌ attempts and ensure the rule of law.