Benin's Thwarted Coup: A Test of Stability and Governance

A coup attempt in Benin on December 7, 2025, was swiftly foiled by the Beninese Armed Forces, maintaining political stability. Soldiers announced the dissolution of the government on state TV, appointing Lt Col Pascal Tigri as leader. ECOWAS condemned the coup, affirming support for the government and constitutional order.

In a dramatic turn of events, an attempted coup in Benin on December 7, 2025, has been successfully suppressed, according to the country's interior minister. The early morning uprising was led by a small group of soldiers aiming to destabilize the government.

Appearing on state television, the mutineers dubbed themselves the Military Committee for Refoundation, declaring the government's dissolution and appointing Lt Col Pascal Tigri as their leader. However, the Beninese Armed Forces, staying true to their oath, quashed the rebellion.

ECOWAS condemned the coup, calling it a subversion of Beninese sovereignty and pledging support to uphold the constitutional order. This upheaval mirrors recent coups in West Africa, but Benin remains resilient with its political structures intact.

(With inputs from agencies.)