Nigeria Condemns Failed Coup in Benin, Affirms Strong Support for President Talon

The Nigerian government has strongly condemned the failed coup attempt in the Republic of Benin, describing the attack as a direct assault on democracy and regional stability. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Nigeria praised Beninese security forces for swiftly repelling the plot and safeguarding President Patrice Talon. The government reaffirmed its commitments under ECOWAS and the African Union, urging all member states to reject unconstitutional changes of government. Nigeria also called for calm among political actors in Benin and pledged continued cooperation to defend democracy and maintain peace across West Africa.