Benin President Assures Nation After Foiled Coup Attempt
President Patrice Talon appeared on state television Sunday evening to declare that an attempted military coup earlier in the day had been thwarted and that the situation was fully under control.
Speaking on Benin Television (ORTB), President Talon sought to calm public concern, saying:
“I would like to assure you that the situation is completely under control and therefore invite you to calmly go about your activities starting this very evening.”
He added that security and public order will be maintained throughout the national territory.
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